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Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 3.7 g | 23.5 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, in spread quadriga, holding whip.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
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Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.64–3.666 g;Diameter varies: 23.3–23.43 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD), was the first Roman coin to feature a pagan deity, Sol Invictus, on its reverse side. This was a significant departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured images of the emperor or other Roman gods. The inclusion of Sol Invictus, the god of the sun, on the coinage was seen as a way to promote the cult of Sol Invictus, which was gaining popularity during that time. This coin, therefore, provides a unique insight into the religious and cultural practices of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
