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Antoninianus - Probus ROMA AETER or ROMAE AETERN
| Silver | 1.9 g | 20.5 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 | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292755 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, receiving Victory from Roma, seated left on shield, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMA AETER or ROMAE AETERN
-/-//QXXT
Translation:
Roma Aeterna.
Eternal 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 prosperity and eternity of the Roman Empire. The coin's design features a radiate crown on the obverse (front side), which symbolizes the sun and represents the eternity of the empire. On the reverse (back side), the coin features a depiction of Rome personified, seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield, which symbolizes the power and strength of the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
