Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS AVG
| 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#293158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, holding spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
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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 silver in the coin's composition was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, and it reflected the increased wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire during Probus' reign.
