RIC V Probus 352 — Probus Antoninianus
RIC V Probus 352 · 276 AD-282 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
Reverse
Institut für Klassische Archäologie, Universität Tübingen
Obverse
IMP C PROBVS AVG CONS II
Bust of Probus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle in right hand
Reverse
CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG
Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 352 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.73g, 23mm 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 Ticinum Mint
Ticinum (modern Pavia, Italy) was a Roman mint active from the late third through the mid-fourth century. It was one of several northern Italian mints established during the Tetrarchic reforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Probus 352?
- RIC V Probus 352 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 352.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 352?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle in right hand with the inscription IMP C PROBVS AVG CONS II. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing front, head left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription CONSERVA AVG or CONSERVAT AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 352?
- RIC V Probus 352 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.73g, diameter 23mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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