Sestertius - Vitellius MARS VICTOR S C; Mars and Victory
69 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Vitellius (Aulus Vitellius) (69) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 69 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, in military dress, advancing left, holding Victory in right hand and trophy on left shoulder; parazonium at side
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARS VICTOR S C
Translation:
Mars Victor, Senatus Consultum
Mars, the victorious. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Vitellius coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery. On one side, it depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, standing next to Victory, holding a trophy and a shield. This represents the military victories of the Roman Empire and the power of its gods. On the other side, it shows the Roman Emperor Vitellius, who ruled from 69 AD, with the inscription "MARS VICTOR S C" meaning "Mars, victorious and triumphant." This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman coinage and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
