Antoninianus - Probus ABVNDANTIA AVG; Abundantia
Silver | 3.6 g | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 276-282 |
Value | Antoninianus (1) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 3.6 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#293617 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Abundantia, draped, standing left, emptying cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ABVNDANTIA AVG
-/-//XXIS
Translation:
Abundantia Augusti.
Imperial abundance.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Probus (276-282 AD) and the goddess Abundantia on the reverse was issued during a time of economic reform and recovery for the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of abundance and prosperity, which was a key focus of Probus' reign. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this period, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used and valued form of currency, reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the Roman economy.