Probus Antoninianus, Mars reverse
RIC V Probus 508 · 276 AD-282 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C PROBVS AVG
Bust of Probus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle in right hand
Reverse
MARTI PACIF
Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 508 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.82g, 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 508?
- RIC V Probus 508 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 508.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 508?
- 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. The reverse depicts Mars, helmeted, in military attire, walking left, holding olive-branch in right hand and spear and shield in left hand with the inscription MARTI PACIF. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 508?
- RIC V Probus 508 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.82g, diameter 23mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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