Antoninianus - Probus ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| Silver | 4.3 g | 24 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 | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#294710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple, Roma seated in centre, holding Victory in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ROMAE AETERNAE
-/-//RΓ
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.25–4.4 g;Diameter varies: 23–25 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
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 eternity. The coin features the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield, symbolizing the eternal nature of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea that the Roman Empire was a powerful and everlasting entity, and its currency was a reflection of that power and longevity.
