Aureus - Tacitus MARS VICTOR; Mars
| Gold | 4.9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291747 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand; at his feet, captive, hand raised to head.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VICTOR
Translation:
Mars Victor.
Mars, the victorious.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Tacitus (MARS VICTOR; Mars) coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Tacitus on the other. This coin was minted during Tacitus' reign from 275-276 AD, and its gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.