Antoninianus - Hostilian as Caesar MARS PROPVG, Mars

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IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year251
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueAntoninianus (1)
CurrencyAntoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
CompositionSilver
Weight3.2 g
Dimensions22 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC IV.3#176C, OCRE#ric.4.tr_d.176C
Obverse descriptionBust of Hostilian, radiate, draped, right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringC VALENS HOSTIL MES QVINTVS N C
(Translation: Caius Valens Hostilianus Messius Quintus Nobilissimus Caesar. Caius Valens Hostilianus Messius Quintus, the most noble Caesar.)
Reverse descriptionMars, helmeted, in military attire, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringMARS PROPVG
(Translation: Mars Propugnatori. Mars, the defender.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (251)  - -
Catalog ID8340801860
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