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Antoninianus - Probus LAETITIA AVG or LAETITIA AVGVSTI; Laetitia
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22 mm |
| 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 | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Laetitia, draped, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and anchor or staff in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LAETITIA AVG or LAETITIA AVGVSTI
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Translation:
Laetitia Augusti.
Joy of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.15–4.4 g;Diameter varies: 21–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features the goddess Laetitia (Latitia) on the reverse, which symbolizes joy and prosperity. The inclusion of Laetitia on the coin may suggest that Probus was promoting a message of happiness and abundance during his reign. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight suggest that it may have been used for everyday transactions, making it a practical and accessible form of currency for the average person in the Roman Empire during that time.
