© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus CLEMENTIA TEMP
| Silver | 3.8 g | 21 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 | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 2.15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, holding sceptre, receiving Victory set on globe from Jupiter, standing left, holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA TEMP
A//XXI
Translation:
Clementia Temporum.
A time of peace and calm.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.68–4.98 g;Diameter varies: 19.95–22.97 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 economic reform and military campaigns. The coin's design features the goddess Clementia on the reverse, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's clemency and mercy towards its citizens. This coin was also issued in a time when the Roman Empire was facing economic challenges, and the government was trying to address these issues by debasing the currency. Despite this, the Antoninianus - Probus coin remained a popular and widely used coin during its time.
