Antoninianus - Probus (AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus

 
Silver - -
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#292994
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

She-wolf, standing right or left, suckling Romulus and Remus.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AETERNITAS AVG
-/-//XXIS

Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus coin , which features Probus (AETERNITAS AVG; Romulus) and was minted in Rome between 276-282 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of Romulus, one of the legendary founders of Rome, which adds to its historical significance and cultural interest.