Antoninianus - Probus SALVS AVG; Salus
| Silver | 3.9 g | 23 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 | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293567 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
V/-//TXXI
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.7–4.802 g;Diameter varies: 21.95–24.15 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Probus (SALVS AVG; Salus) was issued during a time of significant economic and military challenges for the Roman Empire. Despite these challenges, the coin's design emphasizes the theme of Salus, or safety and well-being, which suggests that the Roman government was focused on maintaining the welfare of its citizens during this period.
