© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Antoninianus - Florianus VIRTVS AVGVSTI; Mars
276 year| Silver | 3.6 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291444 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGVSTI
-/-//II
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Example of this type:Institute of Classics/University of Graz
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 its reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. This suggests that the coin was likely minted during a time of military conflict or expansion, and the inclusion of Mars was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Roman military.
