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Antoninianus - Probus PAX AVG
| Bronze | 5.55 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.55 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#61903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Pax standing left holding olive-branch and oblique scepter
D in left field
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVG
D
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) to promote the ideals of peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design features the goddess Pax (Peace) standing on the reverse, holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing the peaceful reign of Probus. The coin's obverse features the portrait of Probus, with the legend "PAX AVG" (Peace of the Augustus) surrounding his image, highlighting the emperor's commitment to maintaining peace throughout the empire. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic, social, and political climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
