Antoninianus - Probus (RESTITVT ORBIS) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (RESTITVT ORBIS) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus RESTITVT ORBIS

 
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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#293208
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory, winged, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Probus, standing left, holding spear.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RESTITVT ORBIS
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Translation:
Restitutor Orbis.
Restorer of the city (Rome).

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 restoration of the Roman Empire after a period of civil wars and external threats. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVT ORBIS," translates to "Restorer of the World," reflecting Probus' efforts to stabilize and strengthen the empire.