Antoninianus - Probus SALVS PVBLI or SALVS PVBLIC or SALVS PVBLICA; Salus
| Silver | 3 g | 21 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 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
SALVS PVBLI or SALVS PVBLIC or SALVS PVBLICA
Γ/-//-
Translation:
Salus Publica.
Public health.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was issued during a time of economic reform and monetary crisis in the Roman Empire. The coin was introduced by Emperor Probus in 276 AD as a replacement for the denarius, which had become devalued due to excessive minting. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, but it still saw heavy inflation during its circulation. Despite this, the coin remains a popular collector's item today due to its historical significance and rarity.
