© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Antoninianus - Probus ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| Silver | 3.9 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#294709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple, Roma seated in centre, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROMAE AETERNAE
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Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.35–4.51 g;Diameter varies: 21–24 mm;
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 glory of Rome and its eternal nature. The coin features the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Rome as an eternal and indestructible power, and it was issued during a time when the empire was facing external threats and internal instability. Despite these challenges, the coin's message of Roman resilience and strength resonated with the people, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
