Antoninianus - Aurelianus MARTI INVICTO; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, standing right, holding spear and receiving globe from Sol, standing left, holding whip; at their feet between them, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI INVICTO
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Translation:
Marti Invicto.
To undefeated Mars.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Mars on the reverse, was minted during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD). Aurelianus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's power and prestige, which had been declining in the previous centuries. The coin's design, featuring Mars, the god of war, may have been a nod to Aurelianus' military prowess and his efforts to strengthen the Roman military.
