Antoninianus - Probus MARTI PACIFERO; 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#292543 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARTI PACIFERO
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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 Roman military victories and to promote the cult of the Roman gods. The coin features Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse, and the legend MARTI PACIFERO, which translates to "To Mars, the bringer of peace." This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous military challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and conflicts with the Persian Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin's message of peace and victory reflects the Roman Empire's confidence in its military prowess and its belief in the power of its gods to protect and guide it.
