Aureus - Probus SOLI INVICTO 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#292953 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Sol, radiate, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI INVICTO AVG
Translation:
Soli Invicto Augusti.
To undefeated venerable Sol.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Probus coin features the Roman emperor Probus (276-282 AD) on one side and the sun god Sol on the other, with the inscription "SOLI INVICTO AVG" meaning "to the unconquered sun". This coin was made of gold and was used as standard circulation currency during the Roman Empire. Interesting fact: The Aureus - Probus coin was part of a significant monetary reform implemented by Probus, who introduced a new currency system based on the gold aureus, which replaced the previous silver-based system. This reform aimed to stabilize the Roman economy and combat inflation, and it marked a significant shift in the empire's monetary policy.