Aureus - Probus AETERNITAS AVG; Sol
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS AVG
Translation:
Aeternitas Augusti.
Eternity of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Probus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his extensive military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features the image of the Roman sun god, Sol, on the obverse (front side), symbolizing the Roman Empire's power and prosperity. The reverse (back side) of the coin bears the image of the Emperor Probus, with the inscription "AETERNITAS AVG" (Eternal Emperor) above him, highlighting the emperor's divine status and authority. This coin is made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal in ancient Rome, and its production required a high level of craftsmanship and precision. The Aureus - Probus coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact today, and its preservation provides a unique glimpse into the economic, political, and cultural aspects of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
