Antoninianus - Probus radiate, cuirassed; CONSERV T AVG; Sol
| Silver | 3.5 g | 22.5 mm |
| 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 | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293462 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG
-/-//TXXT
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Note there are several variations for RIC 351, which are entered as RIC 351 (a), (b), (c) and (d). See links below.Mass varies: 3.4–3.7 g;
Diameter varies: 21.75–23.61 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a radiate crown on the obverse (front) side, which was a distinctive feature of the Antoninianus denomination during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD). The radiate crown was used to symbolize the emperor's divine nature and authority. Additionally, the coin's reverse (back) side features a depiction of the sun god Sol, which was a common motif during the Roman Empire, symbolizing the power and radiance of the emperor.
