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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Tacitus MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Silver | 3.7 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MARS VICTOR
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Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.2–4.94 g;Diameter varies: 20.65–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Tacitus and Mars was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Tacitus was the Roman Emperor from 275 to 276 AD, and his reign was marked by political instability, wars with Germanic tribes, and economic difficulties. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, remained of high quality and beauty, showcasing the enduring artistic and cultural achievements of the Roman Empire.
