Antoninianus - Probus SECVRITAS PERPETVA; Securitas
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#293117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, legs crossed, leaning on column, raising right hand to head.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS PERPETVA
-/ϵ//XXI
Translation:
Securitas Perpetua.
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 victory over the Goths. The coin's obverse features the image of Probus, while the reverse features the personification of Securitas (Security) holding a scepter and a shield, symbolizing the empire's strength and stability. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, and it reflected the empire's increasing wealth and prosperity.