Antoninianus - Probus VIRTVS PROBI AVG
| Silver | 3.4 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 | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS PROBI AVG
-/-//KAA
Translation:
Virtus Probi Augusti.
Courage of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.823–3.91 g;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 and to promote the cult of the Roman emperors. The coin features an image of Probus on the obverse (front) side, and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the reverse (back) side, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and the emperor's divine right to rule. The coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item, not only during the Roman Empire but also among modern-day numismatists.
