Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 3.9 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 | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, in quadriga, galloping left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
-/-//XXIP
Translation:
Soli Invicto.
The undefeated Sol.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.38–5.15 g;Diameter varies: 22–25 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was minted during a time of economic crisis in the Roman Empire, when the value of the denarius, the standard unit of currency, was rapidly declining. To combat this inflation, the Roman government introduced a new coin, the Antoninianus, which was worth 2 denarii. The coin was named after the emperor Probus, who ruled from 276 to 282 AD and was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. Despite its introduction during a time of economic instability, the Antoninianus - Probus coin remained in circulation for over a century and became a popular collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.