Antoninianus - Probus MARTI PACIF; 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#292897 |
|---|---|
| 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
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 military victories of the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the obverse (front side), and an image of Probus on the reverse (back side). The coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time. Interestingly, the coin's design was meant to convey the message that Probus' military campaigns were successful and had brought peace to the empire. The Latin inscription "MARTI PACIF" on the coin translates to "To Mars, the bringer of peace." This suggests that the coin was not only a means of currency but also a tool for propaganda and public relations, highlighting the achievements of the Roman Empire and its rulers.
