Antoninianus - Probus FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
| 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#293051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left on shield, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FORTVNA REDVX
-/-//XXIT
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature a portrait of the emperor wearing a beard. This was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors and signified a shift towards a more militaristic and rugged image. The coin's design also included the goddess Fortuna, who was often depicted on Roman coins as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.