Antoninianus - Saloninus as Caesar DEO MARTI; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Saloninus (Publius Licinius Cornelius Saloninus) (260) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 256-258 |
| 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#289759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Temple, Mars within.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEO MARTI
Translation:
Deo Marti.
To god Mars.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Saloninus as Caesar (DEO MARTI; Mars) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (253-268 AD), who was facing numerous challenges, including constant barbarian invasions, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on the reverse side, highlighting the importance of military power and the divine protection of the Roman state.
