Antoninianus - Probus PAX AVGVSTI; Pax
| Silver | 3.6 g | 20.5 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 | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVGVSTI
-/-//XXIT
Translation:
Pax Augusti.
Peace provided by the Emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.82–4.26 g;Diameter varies: 20–22 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 obverse features the image of the goddess Pax (Peace) holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing the Roman Empire's commitment to peace and stability. The reverse of the coin depicts a radiate crowned bust of Emperor Probus, with the legend "PAX AVGVSTI" (Peace of the Augusti) surrounding his image. This coin was minted in Rome and was made of silver, weighing 3.6 grams. It's an interesting piece of history that provides insight into the political and social climate of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
