Antoninianus - Florianus MARTI PACIF or MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
276 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Florian (Marcus Annius Florianus) (276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 276 |
| 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#291502 |
|---|---|
| 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 or MARTI PACIFERO
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Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Florianus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Florianus (276 AD), who was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and Vandals. Despite his efforts, the Roman Empire continued to decline during his reign, and the coinage of this period reflects the economic and political instability of the time. The Antoninianus - Florianus coin, made of silver, features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the obverse, and an image of Florianus on the reverse. The coin's design and material were meant to convey the power and authority of the Roman Empire, but its value and significance have endured long after the empire's fall. Today, the Antoninianus - Florianus coin is a highly sought-after collector's item, offering a glimpse into the history and culture of ancient Rome.