Antoninianus - Probus (VIRTVS AVG) (276-282) front Antoninianus - Probus (VIRTVS AVG) (276-282) back
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Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS AVG

 
Silver - -
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#292797
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Probus, riding right over enemy.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIRTVS AVG
-/-//PXXT

Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.

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 military victories. The coin's design features the image of the goddess Victory (VIRTVS AVG) on the obverse, and the emperor's name and title on the reverse. The use of the goddess Victory on the coin was a common motif during this period, as it symbolized the empire's military prowess and success.