Aureus - Probus VICTORIA GOTHIC; Victory
| 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#293289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand; at her feet, captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA GOTHIC
Translation:
Victoria Gothica.
Victory over the Goths.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus (VICTORIA GOTHIC; Victory) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Gothic influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side depicts the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) holding a trophy and a palm branch, while the reverse (back) side shows the Roman Emperor Probus standing left, holding a scepter and a shield. This blending of Roman and Gothic elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Roman Empire's period of Gothic rule.
