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Antoninianus - Probus SOLI INVICTO; Sol
277 year| Silver | 3.47 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 277 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.47 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#380691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol in facing spread quadriga, raising hand, KAΔ in exergue.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO
KAΔ
Unabridged legend: Soli Invicto.
Translation: The undefeated Sol.
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 the image of the sun god on the obverse (front side) and the emperor's portrait on the reverse (back side). The inscription "SOLI INVICTO" means "to the unconquered sun" in Latin, highlighting the Roman Empire's official recognition of the sun god as a symbol of power and authority.
