Antoninianus - Probus (ADVENTVS PROBI AVG) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (ADVENTVS PROBI AVG) (276-282) back
Antoninianus - Probus (ADVENTVS PROBI AVG) (276-282) photo
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Antoninianus - Probus ADVENTVS PROBI AVG

 
Silver 4 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
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
4 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#293261
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ADVENTVS PROBI AVG
-/-//-

Translation:
Adventus Probi Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of emperor (Augustus) Probus.

Comment

Mass varies: 3.57–4.46 g;
Diameter varies: 21.75–23 mm;

Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Probus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) to celebrate the Roman Empire's military victories and to promote the cult of the Roman emperors. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and various symbols and gods on the other, showcasing the diverse religious and cultural influences of the Roman Empire at the time.