Antoninianus - Gallienus DEO MARTI; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 258-259 |
| 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#286329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple, Mars within, nude, standing left, resting right hand on shield and holding reversed spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEO MARTI
Translation:
Deo Marti.
To god Mars.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Mars on the reverse, was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Gallienus, who was emperor from 253 to 268 AD. During his reign, the empire faced numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important symbol of Roman power and influence.
