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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS AVG
| Silver | 3.6 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Antoninianus = 2 Denarii |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#293844 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, holding spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVG
-/-//XXIA
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.23–4.16 g;Diameter varies: 20.62–23.5 mm;
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 a portrait of the emperor on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the empire's triumphs. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item, both during its time in circulation and in modern-day numismatics.
