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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS VICTOR
-/-//II
Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.6–4.04 g;Diameter varies: 18–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) to celebrate the Roman military victories against the barbarian tribes. The coin features the god Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse, holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the military prowess of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was strong and victorious, and that the emperor was a powerful and effective leader.
