Antoninianus - Aurelianus MARTI PACIF; Mars
| Silver | 2.9 g | - |
| 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 | 2.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI PACIF
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Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.74–3.05 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Aurelianus on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant military conflict for the Roman Empire, and the image of Mars was likely meant to symbolize the empire's military strength and power.