© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Probus SECVRITAS SAECVLI; Securitas
| Gold | 6 g | 21.5 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 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing or seated left, holding sceptre in right hand and raising left hand to head.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS SAECVLI
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Translation:
Securitas Saeculi.
Security of the ages.
Comment
Mass varies: 5.65–6.42 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas (Security) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD). This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on maintaining peace and security within its borders.
