© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Numerianus as Caesar MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (282-283) |
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS VICTOR
C/-//-
Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.49–4.04 g;Diameter varies: 21.5–22 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 Numerianus, who was a Caesar of the Roman Empire, on the other. This coin was minted during a time of political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Mars may have been intended to convey a sense of strength and power. Additionally, the fact that Numerianus was a Caesar, or junior emperor, suggests that this coin may have been minted to promote his image and legitimacy as a ruler.
