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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS PROBI AVG
| Silver | 4.1 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 (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Probus, galloping right, spearing enemy whose shield lies beneath horse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS PROBI AVG
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Translation:
Virtus Probi Augusti.
Courage of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.19–5.29 g;Diameter varies: 21.6–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 obverse features the image of Probus, while the reverse features the personification of the virtue "Virtus" (VIRTVS PROBI AVG), which translates to "the virtue of Probus the Emperor." This coin was made of silver and weighs 4.1 grams. It's interesting to note that the Antoninianus - Probus coin was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing numerous challenges, including economic instability, military threats, and political unrest. Despite these challenges, the coin's message of promoting virtue and moral values highlights the importance of ethical leadership and the role of the emperor in upholding these values.
