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Antoninianus - Probus RESTITVT ORBIS; Antioch
| Bronze | 3.2 g | 21 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 | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#152653 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Woman standing right, presenting wreath to Emperor standing left, holding globe and sceptre. Officina letter Epsilon-Δ in lower centre, mintmark XXI
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVT ORBIS
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it features a unique reverse design, RESTITVT ORBIS, which translates to "Restorer of the World." This design was used during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) and was meant to symbolize the emperor's efforts to restore peace and prosperity to the Roman Empire after a period of turmoil and conflict.
