Aureus - Probus P M TR P V COS IIII P P
| Gold | 6.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281-282 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, in quadriga, left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P V COS IIII P P
-/-//ANT
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Quartum, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the fourth time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.23–6.75 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus (P M TR P V COS IIII P P) coin is that it was issued 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 emperor's portrait on one side and a variety of symbols and gods on the other, showcasing the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Roman Empire during that time. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight of 6.5 grams make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
