Antoninianus - Gallienus Mars
| Silver | 2.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing or walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (Mars) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that depicted various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon. This particular coin is interesting because it shows Mars, the god of war, on the reverse, while the obverse features an image of Gallienus. This coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous military challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and conflicts with the Persian Empire. The depiction of Mars on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea that Gallienus was a strong and powerful leader who could protect the empire from external threats.
