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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Gallienus MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
| Silver | 2.4 g | 23 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 | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#289148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI PACIF or
MARTI PACIFE or
MARTI PACIFER or
MARTI PACIFERO
Comment
Mass varies: 2.28–2.48 g;Diameter varies: 18.5–27 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 one side, and the emperor Gallienus on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, known as the Crisis of the Third Century, and the image of Mars may have been intended to symbolize the empire's military strength and resilience. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this period, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency throughout the Roman world.
