Antoninianus - Probus ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Numista | N#292759 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple, Roma seated in centre, holding Victory in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE
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Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and military crisis. The coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) as part of his efforts to stabilize the Roman economy and military. The coin was made of silver and featured the image of the goddess Roma on one side and the emperor's name and title on the other. Despite its introduction during a time of turmoil, the Antoninianus - Probus coin remained in circulation for over a century and is still highly sought after by collectors today.