Sestertius - Valerianus MARTI PACIF S C; Mars
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-256 |
| 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#286062 |
|---|---|
| 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 the Roman god of war, Mars, on one side, and the emperor Valerianus on the other. This coin was minted during Valerianus' reign (253-256 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire. The use of Mars on the coin may have been a symbol of the empire's military power and influence. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of bronze, a less valuable metal than gold or silver, suggests that it was intended for everyday use by the general population, rather than being a high-value coin reserved for the wealthy elite.
