Antoninianus - Probus PROVIDENTI AVGVSTI or PROVIDENTIA AVGVSTI; 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#292548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDENTI AVGVSTI or PROVIDENTIA AVGVSTI
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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 military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features an image of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and provision, on the reverse, which symbolizes the emperor's efforts to ensure the empire's prosperity and security. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
