Quinarius - Gallienus MARTI PACIFERO; Mars
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius (¼) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#288979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO
Translation:
Marti Pacifero.
To Mars, the peacemaker.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius coin featuring Gallienus (MARTI PACIFERO; Mars) was minted during a time of significant turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Gallienus, who was emperor from 260 to 268 AD. During his reign, the empire faced numerous challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes, internal power struggles, and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the Quinarius coin remained a widely used denomination and was an important symbol of Roman currency.