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Aureus - Probus CONSERVAT AVG; Sol
| Gold | 6.3 g | 22 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 6.3 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERVAT AVG
Translation:
Conservatori Augusti.
Protector of the emperor.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.24–6.38 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus (CONSERVAT AVG; Sol) coin is that it features a unique combination of imagery on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side depicts the Roman Emperor Probus, while the reverse side features a radiate sun god, Sol, which is a rare representation in Roman coinage. This combination of imperial and divine imagery highlights the close relationship between the Roman state and the solar deity, reflecting the importance of the sun in Roman culture and religion.
