Antoninianus - Probus SPES AVG; Spes
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22.5 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 | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES AVG
C/-//-
Translation:
Spes Augusti.
Hope of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.79–4.35 g;Diameter varies: 22–22.98 mm;
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during a time of economic reform in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which features the goddess Spes (Hope) on the reverse, symbolizes the hope for a brighter future and a more stable economy. The coin's silver content was also a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, signaling a return to the use of precious metals in coinage. This change in material was a result of the economic reforms implemented by the Roman Emperor Probus, who aimed to restore the empire's economy and stabilize its currency.
