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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus SALVS PVBLI or SALVS PVBLIC or SALVS PVBLICA; Salus
| Silver | 3.7 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
SALVS PVBLI or SALVS PVBLIC or SALVS PVBLICA
-/-//ΓXXI
Translation:
Salus Publica.
Public health.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features the goddess Salus (health or safety) on the reverse, which was a common motif during Probus' reign. The coin's silver content was also a significant departure from the previous coinage, which was made of bronze or copper. This change in material was likely due to the economic reforms implemented by Probus, who aimed to stabilize the Roman economy and increase the empire's wealth.
