Antoninianus - Probus CONCORD AVG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, standing right, holding ensign in each hand, facing Sol, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORD AVG
-/-//SXXT
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.3–3.85 g;Diameter varies: 22.21–23.6 mm;
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 idea of concordia, or harmony, among the Roman people. The coin features an image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of unity and agreement, on the reverse side, symbolizing the emperor's efforts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of civil wars and conflicts.