© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Maximinus Thrax MARTI PACIFERO S C; Mars
| Bronze | 18.6 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.6 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, standing left, resting right foot on helmet, holding branch in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI PACIFERO S C
Translation:
Marti Pacifero. Senatus Consultum.
To Mars, the peacemaker. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.492–18.71 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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 prowess of the Roman Empire during the reign of Maximinus Thrax.
