Antoninianus - Probus PROV PROBI AVG NOSTRI; Providentia
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding baton in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; at her feet, globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROV PROBI AVG NOSTRI
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Translation:
Providentia Probi Augusti Nostri.
Foresight of our emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
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 celebrate the Roman Empire's victory over the Goths. The coin's reverse side features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and provision, who was believed to have guided the Roman army to victory. The coin's obverse side features an image of Probus himself, with the inscription "PROV PROBI AVG NOSTRI" meaning "Our Probus, the Provident Emperor." This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its artistic and cultural significance, showcasing the skill and craftsmanship of Roman coin makers during that time.