Antoninianus - Hostilian as Caesar MARS PROPVG; Mars
251 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Decius (Gaius Messius Quintus Traianus Decius) (249-251) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 251 |
| 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#282869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS PROPVG
Translation:
Mars Propugnatori.
Mars, the defender.
Comment
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 Hostilian, who was appointed as Caesar by the emperor Trajan Decius, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire, with multiple emperors being appointed and assassinated in quick succession. Despite this, the coinage of the time continued to be minted with high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, as seen in the intricate designs and inscriptions on this Antoninianus.
