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© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Antoninianus - Probus CLEMENTIA TEMP
| Silver | 3.8 g | 23 mm |
| 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 | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle, receiving globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA TEMP
-/-//XXIP
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.3–4.28 g;Example of this type:
Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who implemented a number of reforms aimed at addressing the empire's economic challenges, including debasing the currency to increase the money supply and stimulate trade. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire continued to face challenges, including invasions by barbarian tribes and internal political instability, which ultimately contributed to its decline and fall.
