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#293585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding serpent held in arms.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
SALVS PVBLI or SALVS PVBLIC or SALVS PVBLICA
-/-//ΓXXI
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 military crisis. The coin was introduced by the Roman 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 depreciated over time due to inflation. Despite this, it remained an important currency for several centuries and is now highly sought after by collectors.
