Quinarius - Diocletianus MARS VICTOR; Mars; Lugdunum
| Silver | 1.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295-294 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#305784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking right, holding spear in right hand and trophy in left hand.
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 this coin is that it features the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Diocletianus on the other. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military change in the Roman Empire, as Diocletianus was implementing his military and administrative reforms, which would have a lasting impact on the empire's structure and power dynamics. The coin's design reflects the importance of military power and the emperor's role as a military leader during this time.
