Antoninianus - Probus (SECVRIT PERP; Securitas) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (SECVRIT PERP; Securitas) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus SECVRIT PERP; Securitas

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#292825
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Securitas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, raising right hand to head.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SECVRIT PERP
T/-//VIXXI

Translation:
Securitas Perpetua.
To perpetual security.

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 celebrate the Roman Empire's military victories and to promote the ideals of security and stability. The coin features an image of the goddess Securitas (Security) on the reverse, which was a common motif during Probus' reign, reflecting his focus on maintaining peace and security throughout the empire.