© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Probus CONCORDIA MILITVM
| Silver | 3.7 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293265 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing right, holding palm, presenting wreath to Probus, standing left, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDIA MILITVM
P//XXIMC
Translation:
Concordia Militum.
Harmony with the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.16–4.225 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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 commemorate the military victories of the Roman Empire. The coin features the image of the goddess Concordia, who represents harmony and unity, on the reverse side, symbolizing the empire's desire for peace and unity among its military forces.
