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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus RESTITVT SAEC or RESTITVT SEC
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; crowned by Victory, holding palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVT SAEC or RESTITVT SEC
-/-//VIXXT
Translation:
Restirutor Saeculi.
Restorer of the century.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.39–4.86 g;Diameter varies: 21.5–23.75 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the Roman economy and military. Despite these efforts, the empire continued to face challenges, including inflation, corruption, and external threats. The coin's design, which features the image of the emperor and various gods and goddesses, reflects the cultural and religious values of the time.
