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

 
Silver 3.7 g 22 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
3.7 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#293694
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CONSERVAT AVG
-/-//XXIP

Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.

Comment

Mass varies: 3.45–4 g;
Diameter varies: 21.5–23 mm;

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, and the god Sol, who is depicted on the reverse side. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.7 grams also make it a valuable and collectible item among numismatists.