Antoninianus - Probus (SOLI INVICTO; Sol) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (SOLI INVICTO; Sol) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol

 
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#293133
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Sol, radiate, in spread quadriga.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
-/-//XXIP

Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.

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 the sun god Sol, which was a common motif during Probus' reign, symbolizing the victory of the Roman Empire over the barbarian tribes. The coin's reverse features the image of the she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, which represents the empire's claim to be the protector of the Roman people.