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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus CONSERVAT AVG; Sol
| Silver | 3.5 g | 22.5 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSERVAT AVG
-/-//XXIB
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.14–3.78 g;Diameter varies: 21.75–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military. One of his strategies was to introduce a new currency system, which included the Antoninianus coin, to replace the debased denarius. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, and it was intended to help stabilize the economy and reduce inflation. Despite these efforts, the Roman Empire continued to decline, and the Antoninianus coin eventually became obsolete.
