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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus MARTI PACIF; Mars
| Silver | 2.3 g | 21.5 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 | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292895 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
MARTI PACIF
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Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Mars on the reverse, was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design was meant to emphasize the Roman Empire's military prowess and the god Mars' association with war and agriculture. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signified the value and wealth of the Roman Empire at the time.
