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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Aurelianus MARS INVICTVS; Mars
| Silver | 3.9 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291187 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, standing right, holding spear and receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; at their feet between them, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS INVICTVS
-/-//XXI
Translation:
Mars Invictus.
Undefeated Mars.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.54–4.444 g;Diameter varies: 22–23.59 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Mars, the Roman god of war, was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD) as part of a series of coins celebrating the Roman military. The coin's design features Mars standing holding a spear and shield, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and power. The use of Mars, a powerful and revered deity in Roman mythology, further emphasized the coin's connection to the military and the empire's martial values.
