Antoninianus - Probus CONSERVAT AVG; Sol
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293698 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSERVAT AVG
-/-//XXIS
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
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 celebrate the Roman Empire's victory over the Goths. The coin's design features the emperor's portrait on one side and the god Sol on the other, symbolizing the empire's victory and the power of the Roman state. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, signifying a shift towards a more valuable and prestigious currency. This change in currency was a reflection of the empire's growing economic prosperity and its increasing influence in global trade.
