What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 15?

RIC V Probus 15 was struck in Silver, standard weight 8g, diameter 24mm, die axis 6 h, cast.

Probus Antoninianus — RIC V Probus 15

Obverse

Reverse

Universität Passau, Professur für Alte Geschichte

Catalog Reference

RIC V Probus 15

Ruler

Probus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

276 AD-282 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Silver

Weight

Diameter

24mm

Die Axis

6 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

cast

Obverse

IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG

Bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, left, wearing imperial mantle, holding Victory standing on globe or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand

Reverse

ABVNDANTIA AVG

Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae

About This Type

This RIC V Probus 15 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 8g, 24mm diameter.

About the Antoninianus

The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.

About the Lugdunum Mint

Lugdunum (modern Lyon, France) was the main western imperial mint from Augustus through the early second century. It was the sole mint for precious metal coinage for extended periods under Augustus and Tiberius.

All Probus coins Lugdunum mint All Antoninianus coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Probus 15?: RIC V Probus 15 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 15.
How do you identify RIC V Probus 15?: The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, left, wearing imperial mantle, holding Victory standing on globe or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Abundantia, draped, standing right, emptying cornucopiae with the inscription ABVNDANTIA AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 15?: RIC V Probus 15 was struck in Silver, standard weight 8g, diameter 24mm, die axis 6 h, cast.