Antoninianus - Probus PAX AVG; Pax
| Silver | 3.4 g | 21.5 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVG
-/-//XXIP
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.51–4.499 g;Diameter varies: 21–21.8 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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) on the obverse, and the emperor's name and title on the reverse. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, signifying a shift towards a more valuable and prestigious currency. This coin is a testament to the Roman Empire's desire to project an image of stability and prosperity, despite the challenges it faced during this period.