Antoninianus - Probus ORIGINI AVG; Romulus
| 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#293058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
She-wolf, standing right, suckling Romulus and Remus.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ORIGINI AVG
-/-//XXIT
Translation:
Origini Augusti.
The origin of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Probus (ORIGINI AVG; Romulus) and was minted in Rome between 276-282 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians. Additionally, the coin's silver content and well-preserved condition make it an especially valuable piece of Roman history.
