Antoninianus - Gallienus MARTI PROPVG; 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 | 257-256 |
| 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#286297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, standing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PROPVG
Translation:
Marti Propugnatori.
Mars, the defender.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Mars on the reverse, was minted during the reign of Emperor Gallienus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 253 to 268 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured various gods and goddesses from the Roman pantheon, including Mars, the god of war. The use of Mars on the coinage of this period was likely intended to promote the idea of military strength and power, as the Roman Empire was constantly engaged in conflicts on its borders during this time.
