Sestertius - Gallienus MARTI PACIF S C; Mars
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-258 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#286856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIF S C
Translation:
Marti Pacifero. Senatus Consultum.
To Mars, the peacemaker. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare representation of the Roman god Mars, who is depicted holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the military power and prowess of the Roman Empire during the reign of Gallienus.
