© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
Sestertius - Vitellius MARS VICTOR S C; Mars and Victory
69 year| Bronze | 26.17 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 26.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#244202 |
|---|---|
| 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
Unabridged legend: Mars Victor, Senatus Consultum
Translation: Mars, the victorious. Decree of the senate
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of symbols, with Mars, the Roman god of war, depicted on one side and Victory on the other. This unique combination signifies the importance of military victory and the power of the Roman Empire during the reign of Vitellius.
