Antoninianus - Probus (TEMPOR FELIC or TEMPOR FELICI; Felicitas) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (TEMPOR FELIC or TEMPOR FELICI; Felicitas) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus TEMPOR FELIC or TEMPOR FELICI; Felicitas

 
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Description
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
References
Numista
N#293342
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Felicitas, draped, standing right, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TEMPOR FELIC or TEMPOR FELICI
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Translation:
Temporum Felicitas.
Fortunate times.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Antoninianus - Probus coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political instability in the Roman Empire. The coin's minting was a attempt to address the inflation and currency devaluation that was occurring during the reign of Probus (276-282 AD). Despite these efforts, the coin's value depreciated rapidly, and it was eventually replaced by a new currency. This coin serves as a reminder of the economic challenges faced by the Roman Empire during this time period.