Antoninianus - Probus ERCVLI PACIFER or ERCVLI PACIFERO or HERCVLI PACIFER or HERCVLI PACIFERO; Hercules
| Silver | 4.9 g | - |
| 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 | 4.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and club and lion-skin in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ERCVLI PACIFER or ERCVLI PACIFERO or HERCVLI PACIFER or HERCVLI PACIFERO
-/-//SXXT
Translation:
Herculi Pacifero.
To Hercules, the peacemaker.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a snake, symbolizing the healing powers of medicine. This image was chosen to commemorate the reign of Emperor Probus, who was known for his efforts to improve public health and sanitation during his rule.