Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS AVGVSTI
| Silver | 3.7 g | 23 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 (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, galloping right or left, spearing enemy.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS AVGVSTI
-/-//XXI
Translation:
Virtus Augusti.
Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.48–3.97 g;Diameter varies: 22–24 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 promote the virtues of the Roman Empire. The coin's inscription, "VIRTVS AVGVSTI," translates to "The Virtue of the Augusti," and was meant to emphasize the importance of virtues such as courage, justice, and wisdom in Roman society. This coin, in particular, is made of silver and weighs 3.7 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. It's a testament to the advanced metallurgical techniques of the Roman Empire, which allowed them to produce high-quality coins that were used for trade and commerce throughout the empire.