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Antoninianus - Probus PAX AVGVSTI/IMP PROBVS PF AVG; bust right variety; Siscia
280 year| Billon (.050 silver) | 3.35 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 280 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Billon (.050 silver) |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#89551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Pax standing left holding olive branch & transverse sceptre
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAX AVGVSTI
Q
XXI
Translation:
Peace of the august
4° officina
1 part of silver over 20
Edge
Plain
Comment
Varieties listed XXI/ have their officina marks on the right field. Other varieties have their officina mark joint with XXIBust left varieties will be subject of separate files.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military after a period of turmoil. The coin's design, featuring the bust of Probus on one side and the goddess Pax (Peace) on the other, reflects the emperor's focus on promoting peace and stability throughout the empire.
