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Antoninianus - Probus ORIGINI AVG; Romulus
| Silver | 3.5 g | 21 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293059 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Mass varies: 3.06–3.85 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military. One of his strategies was to introduce a new currency, the Antoninianus, which was meant to replace the debased denarius. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher purity level than the denarius, which had been devalued over time through excessive minting. The introduction of the Antoninianus was an attempt to stabilize the Roman economy and restore confidence in the currency. It's interesting to note that the coin features an image of Romulus, one of the legendary founders of Rome, on the reverse side. This suggests that Probus was trying to emphasize the Roman Empire's origins and history, perhaps as a way to promote unity and stability during a time of economic and political upheaval.
