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Quinarius Aureus - Probus MARS VLTOR; Mars
| Gold | 3.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Gold Quinarius (25⁄4) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#294695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, walking or running right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VLTOR
Unabridged legend: Mars Ultor.
Translation: Mars, the avenger.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus - Probus (MARS VLTOR; Mars) coin is that it features the god of war, Mars, on one side, and the Roman emperor Probus on the other. This coin was minted during Probus' reign from 276 to 282 AD and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Roman military, which was closely associated with the god Mars. The fact that the coin was made of gold also signifies the value and wealth of the Roman Empire at that time.
