Antoninianus - Gallienus MARTI PROPVGNAT; 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#288768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear and shield, spearing fallen enemy. Officina mark in left field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI PROPVGNAT
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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 Gallienus, who was known for his military campaigns and reforms. Despite being made of silver, this coin was actually introduced as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman silver coin for centuries. The Antoninianus was initially worth 2 denarii, but its value was later increased to 4 denarii as inflation set in. This coin's design and value changes reflect the economic and political developments of the Roman Empire during Gallienus' reign.