Antoninianus - Probus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| 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#294725 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and trophy in left hand.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVG
-/-//R(winged thunderbolt)ς
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Probus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) to celebrate the Roman Empire's victory over the Goths. The coin's design features the goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse, holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the empire's triumph. The coin's obverse features the emperor's portrait, with the inscription "PROBUS AVG" (Probus Augustus), highlighting his role as the victorious emperor. This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its artistic and cultural significance, showcasing the Roman Empire's expertise in coinage and their use of symbolism to convey powerful messages.