© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Antoninianus - Probus PROVIDENTIA AVG; Providentia
| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| 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 | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing left, holding globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDENTIA AVG
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Translation:
Providentia Augusti.
Providence of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:Institute of Classics/University of Graz
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 the Roman Empire, such as Providentia (Providence) and Felicitas (Good Fortune). The coin features an image of Providentia on the obverse (front) side, and the reverse (back) side bears an image of a personification of the Roman Empire, holding a scepter and a shield. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and prosperous entity, protected by the gods and guided by the principles of providence and good fortune.
