Roman Antoninianus Coins

Inv. No.: c139
Date: A.D. 257-268 (Hayes).
Weight: 3.65g
 
Obv.: Gallienus, radiate, draped.
GALLIENVS AVG.

Rev.: Mars standing, cloaked and armoured, spear in left hand, olive branch in right hand.
MARTI PACIFERO

Mars, as the supposed father of Rome founder, was honoured extensively on Roman coinage of all periods. Reverses such as this commemorated the signing of a peace treaty with an enemy.

The texture of the ruler beard and hair has been depicted with great care.

Comparanda:
RIC, Gallienus 236.