Aureus - Vitellius CONSENSVS EXERCITVVM; Mars
69 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#244093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, wearing only cloak, advancing left, holding spear in right hand and aquila and vexillum in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSENSVS EXERCITVVM
Translation:
Consensus Exercitum
The consent of the army.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Vitellius (CONSENSVS EXERCITVVM; Mars) (69) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the god Mars, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of Roman emperors on coins. This suggests that Vitellius, who was known for his military campaigns, may have wanted to emphasize his martial prowess and association with the god of war.
