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Denarius MARS VLTOR; Genius and Mars
| Silver | 3.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Period | Civil War (68-69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 68-69 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars advancing right, wearing only helmet, holding javelin in right hand, round shield in left; left, parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR
Translation:
Mars Ultor.
Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery and inscriptions that reflect the political and religious beliefs of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Vespasian (69-79 AD). The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Vespasian, while the reverse side shows Mars, the Roman god of war, standing next to a personification of the genius of the Roman people. The inscription "MARS VLTOR" means "Mars the Avenger," which suggests that the coin was issued to commemorate a military victory or to promote the idea of Roman military power. Additionally, the use of silver as the material for the coin reflects the value and prestige associated with this precious metal in ancient Rome.
