Antoninianus - Aurelianus MARTI PACIF; 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#290842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIF
Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
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 stability after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, featuring Mars, the god of war, may have been intended to symbolize the emperor's military prowess and the empire's strength.
