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Aureus - Probus VIRTVTI AVGVSTI; Hercules
| Gold | 4.6 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 | 4.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules, standing right, resting right hand on hip, leaning on club with lion-skin draped over left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVGVSTI
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti.
To the courage of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
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. The coin's obverse features the image of Hercules, who was a popular figure in Roman mythology and was often associated with strength and courage. The reverse of the coin features the legend "VIRTVTI AVGVSTI," which translates to "the virtue of the Augustus," highlighting the emperor's role as the supreme leader of the Roman Empire. This coin is made of gold and weighs 4.6 grams, making it a valuable and rare artifact from ancient Rome. Its historical significance and rarity make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
