© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
© Gabinet Numizmatyczny D. Marciniak
Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Serdica
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Sol in the quadriga ahead, raising a hand, holding a whip. In exegue KAB
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
KAB
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features the Roman emperor Probus (276-282 AD) and the inscription "SOLI INVICTO" (meaning "to the unconquered sun") on one side, and the goddess Serdica on the other, is a rare example of a Roman coin that was minted outside of Rome. The coin was minted in Serdica, which is now modern-day Sofia, Bulgaria. This is indicated by the inscription "Serdica" on the coin, which was a rare practice for Roman coins minted outside of Rome. This fact highlights the extent of the Roman Empire's reach and influence during its time.
