Aureus - Probus HERCVLI ROMANO AVG; Hercules
| 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#293287 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing left, holding trophy in right hand and lion-skin and club in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HERCVLI ROMANO AVG
Translation:
Herculi Romano Augusto.
To Hercules, Roman 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 obverse features the image of Hercules, who was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage. The reverse of the coin features the image of a Roman soldier holding a shield and spear, symbolizing the military prowess of the Roman Empire. The coin was made of gold, which was a valuable and prestigious metal at the time, and its high gold content made it a symbol of wealth and power.
