Aureus - Carus MARS VLTOR; Mars
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#296256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR
Translation:
Mars Ultor.
Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Carus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. It features an image of the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor's portrait on the other. The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and it was used as a symbol of the empire's wealth and power. Interestingly, the coin's design was influenced by Greek art and architecture, which was a common trend in Roman art during that period. The image of Mars on the coin is depicted in a classical Greek style, with a muscular and nude figure holding a spear and a shield. This blending of Greek and Roman artistic styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the two civilizations during the Roman Empire's expansion.
