Antoninianus - Probus MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear in left hand, leaning on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS VICTOR
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Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
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 Goths and other barbarian tribes. The coin features the god Mars, the Roman god of war, on the obverse (front side), and an eagle holding a wreath on the reverse (back side). The use of Mars on the coin was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to protect its citizens from external threats.
