How do you identify RIC V Probus 29?

The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 29?

RIC V Probus 29 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.11g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.

Probus Antoninianus, Fides reverse (RIC V 29)

Catalog Reference

RIC V Probus 29

Ruler

Probus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

276 AD-282 AD

Mint

Lugdunum

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.11g

Diameter

22mm

Die Axis

7 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP C PROBVS P F AVG

Bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

FIDES MILITVM

Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand

About This Type

This RIC V Probus 29 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Lugdunum mint. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.11g, 22mm 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Probus 29?: RIC V Probus 29 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Lugdunum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 29.
How do you identify RIC V Probus 29?: The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand with the inscription FIDES MILITVM. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 29?: RIC V Probus 29 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.11g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.