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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus MARTI PACIF; Mars
| Silver | 3.5 g | 21 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293969 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, 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
Mass varies: 3.12–4.05 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 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 a rare representation of the Roman god Mars, who is depicted holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the military power and prowess of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Probus.
