Antoninianus - Probus SALVS AVG; Salus
| 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#293105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
-/VII//XXI
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
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 Roman Empire's military victories and to promote the cult of the Roman state goddess, Salus. The coin's design features an image of Salus on the obverse (front side) and a depiction of Probus on the reverse (back side), symbolizing the emperor's role as the protector and savior of the Roman people. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a significant departure from the usual bronze or copper coins of the time, indicating the high value placed on silver and the imperial administration's desire to showcase its wealth and power.