Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS AVGVSTI
| 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#292555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and crowning trophy with left hand; at his feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGVSTI
-/-//IIII
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 promote the virtues of the Roman Empire. The coin features the image of Probus on one side and the personification of Virtus (Virtue) on the other, emphasizing the importance of moral character and military prowess during his reign.