Antoninianus - Probus (ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus ROMAE AETER or ROMAE AETERN or ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma

 
Silver - -
Description
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
References
Numista
N#293526
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
-/-//VXXT

Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Probus coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was reduced during this period, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used form of currency throughout the empire, reflecting the continued importance of trade and commerce in Roman society.