Antoninianus - Probus CONCORD MILIT; Concordia
| Silver | 4.8 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 | 4.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORD MILIT
E/-//PXXI
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.92–5.58 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Probus (276-282 AD) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that focused on promoting military themes and ideals. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Probus, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Concordia, symbolizing unity and harmony within the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including external threats and internal strife, making the message of unity and concordance conveyed by the coin particularly significant.