© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Antoninianus - Probus IOVI CONS PROB AVG or IOVI CONS PROBI AVG; Jupiter
| Silver | 3.3 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 | 3.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293966 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Jupiter, standing front, head left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONS PROB AVG or IOVI CONS PROBI AVG
-/-//REB
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori Probi Augusti.
To Jupiter, the protector of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Example of this type:Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder and lightning, on one side, while the other side bears the image of the emperor Probus. This coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including economic instability, military threats, and political unrest. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus - Probus coin remained a widely used and highly valued form of currency throughout the empire.
