Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
| Silver | 4.1 g | 21.5 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 | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293832 |
|---|---|
| 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 promote the cult of the sun god, Sol Invictus. The coin features an image of the sun god on the obverse (front side) and the emperor's name and title on the reverse (back side). The use of the sun god's image on the coin was a way for the Roman Empire to promote the cult and reinforce the idea that the emperor was divinely appointed and protected by the gods.
