Antoninianus - Probus CONCORDIA AVG; Concordia
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and double cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA AVG
-/VI//XXI
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
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 ideals of concordia, or harmony, within the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of the goddess Concordia on the reverse, symbolizing the unity and cooperation that Probus sought to foster among the Roman people. Despite the coin's focus on promoting unity, however, Probus's reign was marked by several military campaigns and conflicts, including a major war against the Goths. This highlights the challenges of maintaining peace and harmony within a large and diverse empire like Rome.
