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Antoninianus - Probus SPES PROBI AVG; Spes
| Silver | 4.0 g | 22.0 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 | 4.0 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand and raising robe with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES PROBI AVG
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Translation:
Spes Probi Augusti.
Hope of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during a time of economic reform and military campaigns, and its design reflects the aspirations of the Roman Empire during that period. The obverse of the coin features the image of the emperor Probus, while the reverse depicts the personification of Spes (Hope), which was an allegorical figure often associated with the Roman Empire's prosperity and well-being. The coin's design and message were meant to convey the idea that Probus' rule would bring hope and prosperity to the empire, which was facing various challenges at the time.
