Antoninianus - Probus SPES AVG; 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#293144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES AVG
-/V//XXI
Translation:
Spes Augusti.
Hope of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during a time of economic crisis in the Roman Empire, when inflation was rampant and the value of currency was rapidly decreasing. To combat this, the Roman government introduced a new currency standard, the Antoninianus, which was made of silver and had a higher purity than previous coins. The SPES AVG (Spes) designation on the coin indicates that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his efforts to restore the Roman economy and military. Despite these efforts, the coin still depreciated significantly over time, and its value was eventually reduced to a fraction of its original worth. This coin is now a valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of the Roman Empire during a time of turmoil.
