Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS PROBI AVG
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, galloping right, spearing enemy whose shield lies beneath horse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
VIRTVS PROBI AVG
-/-//KAΔ -/-//KA•Γ•
Translation:
Virtus Probi Augusti.
Courage of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
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, highlighting the emperor's efforts to restore the empire's economy, military, and moral values. The coin's inscription, "VIRTVS PROBI AVG," translates to "The Virtue of Probus, Augustus," further emphasizing the emperor's commitment to promoting virtue throughout the empire.
