Antoninianus - Probus (PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus PROVIDENT AVG; Providentia

 
Silver - -
Description
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
References
Numista
N#293074
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROVIDENT AVG
-/-//XXIP

Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Foresight of the emperor (Augustus).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Probus coin 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 features the goddess Providentia on the reverse, which symbolizes the emperor's focus on ensuring the empire's prosperity and security. The use of silver in the coin's minting also reflects the empire's efforts to introduce a more stable currency system during this time.