Antoninianus - Probus ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#292760 |
|---|---|
| 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
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 Rome. The coin's design features the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield, symbolizing the eternal nature of the Roman Empire. The use of the Latin phrase "ROMAE AETER" or "ROMAE AETERN" on the coin emphasizes this theme of eternity and highlights the enduring legacy of Rome.