Antoninianus - Probus VICTORIA GERM
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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#292773 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Trophy between two captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIA GERM
-/-//PXXT
Translation:
Victoria Germanica.
Victory over the Germans.
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 Germanic tribes. The coin's design features the goddess Victoria standing on a globe, holding a victory wreath and a scepter, symbolizing the empire's dominance over its enemies. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item, both during its time and in modern-day numismatics.