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#294740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, standing right, holding spear and crowning trophy; at his feet, captive.
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 emperor's portrait on one side and a personification of the virtue "Virtus" (representing bravery and military prowess) on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant departure from the previous bronze coins, signifying a shift towards a more valuable and prestigious currency. This change in currency composition was likely a result of the empire's growing economic prosperity and military successes.
