Antoninianus - Probus (CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG; Sol) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG; Sol) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG; Sol

 
Silver 3.4 g 24 mm
Description
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
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#293455
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG
-/-//TXXT

Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and military campaigns. The coin's design features the emperor Probus, who is depicted on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the god Sol, symbolizing the Roman Empire's powerful and prosperous era. Despite its small weight of 3.4 grams, the coin played a significant role in the Roman Empire's economy during its time.