


© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Aureus - Probus TRI POT COS •P•P•
Gold | 6.0 g | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
---|---|
Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 277-282 |
Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 6.0 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#292500 |
---|---|
Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, in quadriga, left, holding branch.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRI POT COS •P•P•
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae.
Holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus (TRI POT COS •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 depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and prosperity during his rule.