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#293107 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding serpent rising from altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
-/-//XXIP
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 promote the cult of the Roman emperors. The coin features an image of the goddess Salus (Salvation) on the reverse, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during this period. The use of the goddess Salus on the coin was meant to emphasize the emperor's role as a protector and savior of the Roman people.