Antoninianus - Gallienus MARTI CONSER; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI CONSER
P
Translation:
Mars Conservatori.
Mars, the protector.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Gallienus (MARTI CONSER; Mars) is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gallienus was emperor during the Crisis of the Third Century, a period of political instability, external invasions, and economic disruption that lasted from 235 to 284 AD. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period, including the Antoninianus, continued to be minted and used throughout the empire, reflecting the enduring importance of trade and commerce in the Roman economy.