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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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: 3.488–4.4 g;Diameter varies: 22.77–24.1 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was minted during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the god Sol on the obverse and the emperor Probus on the reverse, reflects the empire's shift towards a more centralized and autocratic government. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the time, as it was used for everyday transactions and was an important symbol of the Roman state's power and influence.
