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© Andrei Jipa (CC BY-NC-SA)
Antoninianus - Probus CONSERVAT AVG
276 year| Bronze | 3.7 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 276 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Sol walking left, right hand raised, left holding whip
mintmark B in right field, or after XXI in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSERVAT AVG
XXIB
Translation:
CONSERVAT(ori) AUG(ustI)
= to the protector of the emperor
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus (CONSERVAT AVG) coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and military campaigns. The coin's design features the emperor Probus, who ruled from 276 to 282 AD, and the inscription "CONSERVAT AVG" which means "May the Emperor preserve the state." This coin was made of bronze and weighs 3.7 grams, which was a common material and weight for coins during this time period. Despite its small size and material, this coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the Roman Empire's economy, politics, and culture during the 3rd century AD.
