Aureus - Probus VIRTVS PROBI AVG
| 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#292660 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Probus, riding right over enemy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS PROBI AVG
Translation:
Virtus Probi Augusti.
Courage of emperor (Augustus) Probus.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Probus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and agricultural reforms. One of the notable features of this coin is that it features a radiate crown on the obverse (front side), which was a new design element introduced by Probus. The radiate crown was meant to symbolize the emperor's divine nature and connection to the sun god, Sol. This design element became a standard feature of Roman imperial coins for centuries to come.
