Antoninianus - Probus SECVRITAS SAECVLI; Securitas
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#293118 |
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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.