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© Trustees of the British Museum
Antoninianus - Probus CONCORD MILIT
| Silver | 3.4 g | - |
| 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 | 3.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, clasping hands with Concordia, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORD MILIT
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Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Probus (276-282 AD) and the inscription "CONCORD MILIT," is notable for its rare and unique design. It's one of the few coins from the Roman Empire that depicts a Roman soldier holding a shield with the image of a she-wolf, which symbolizes the legendary founder of Rome, Romulus, who was said to have been suckled by a she-wolf as an infant. This design was only used for a short period during Probus' reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
