© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Probus VICTORIA PROBI AVG; Victory
| Gold | 6.7 g | - |
| 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 | 6.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking right, holding palm in right hand and wreath in left hand, crowning trophy; flanked on each side by captive.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA PROBI AVG
Translation:
Victoria Probi Augusti.
Victory of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Probus (VICTORIA PROBI AVG; Victory) coin is that it was issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. The coin's design features a depiction of the goddess Victory on the reverse, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military prowess and triumphs. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
