Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#293532 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, in spread quadriga.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
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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 promote the cult of the sun god, Sol Invictus. The coin features an image of the sun god on the obverse (front side) and a radiate crown on the reverse (back side), symbolizing the power and divinity of the sun. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also a nod to the precious metal's association with the sun and its celestial power.