What is RIC V Probus 2?

RIC V Probus 2 is a Gold Aureus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 2.

How do you identify RIC V Probus 2?

The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, laureate, left, wearing imperial mantle, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive with the inscription ADVENTVS PROBI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.

Probus Aureus — RIC V Probus 2

Obverse

Reverse

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Catalog Reference

RIC V Probus 2

Ruler

Probus

Denomination

Aureus

Date

276 AD-282 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Gold

Portrait Type

laureate

Obverse

IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG

Bust of Probus, laureate, left, wearing imperial mantle, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle

Reverse

ADVENTVS PROBI AVG

Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive

About This Type

This RIC V Probus 2 is an aureus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive.

About the Aureus

The aureus was the principal Roman gold denomination, struck from the late Republic through the early fourth century. It typically weighs 7–8 grams and measures 19–21mm. Because gold does not corrode, aurei often survive in exceptional condition compared to silver and bronze issues of the same period.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Probus 2?: RIC V Probus 2 is a Gold Aureus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 2.
How do you identify RIC V Probus 2?: The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, laureate, left, wearing imperial mantle, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding sceptre in left hand; at his feet, captive with the inscription ADVENTVS PROBI AVG. Portrait type: laureate.