Antoninianus - Probus (SECVRITAS SAECVLI; Securitas) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (SECVRITAS SAECVLI; Securitas) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus SECVRITAS SAECVLI; Securitas

 
Silver - -
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#293118
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Securitas, draped, seated left, holding sceptre in right hand and raising left hand to head.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SECVRITAS SAECVLI
-/A//XXI

Translation:
Securitas Saeculi.
Security of the ages.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

The Antoninianus - Probus coin features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which represents security and stability, on its reverse side. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military after a period of turmoil. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the stability and security that Probus brought to the empire during his reign.