Antoninianus - Probus AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AEQVITAS AVG
-/Γ//XXI
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
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 promote the ideals of justice and equality. The coin's obverse features the image of the goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, while the reverse depicts a scene of a man and woman standing together, symbolizing the unity and harmony of the Roman people. This coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its design was meant to convey the message of a fair and just society, where everyone had equal opportunities and was treated with dignity and respect.