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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus SALVS AVG; Salus
| 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#293100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding out of patera in right hand serpent rising from altar and holding sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
-/-//XXIV
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.41–4.3 g;Diameter varies: 22–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was minted during a time of economic crisis in the Roman Empire, when inflation was rampant and the value of currency was rapidly decreasing. To combat this, the Roman government introduced a new currency standard, the Antoninianus, which was meant to be a more stable alternative to the debased denarius. The coin was named after the emperor Probus, who ruled from 276 to 282 AD and was known for his efforts to restore the empire's economy and military. Despite these efforts, the Antoninianus - Probus coin still suffered from inflation and was eventually replaced by other currencies.
