Antoninianus - Probus SPES AVG N; Spes
| 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#293146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES AVG N
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Translation:
Spes Augusti Nostri.
Hope of our emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's obverse features the image of Probus, while the reverse features the goddess Spes (Hope) holding a flower and a grain ear, symbolizing the prosperity and abundance that Probus brought to the Roman Empire during his reign. The use of the goddess Spes on the coin was a common motif during this period, as the Romans believed that hope was an important virtue that could bring stability and prosperity to their empire.