Probus Antoninianus, Salus reverse
RIC V Probus 562 · 276 AD-282 AD · Ticinum
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP C PROBVS P F AVG
Bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right
Reverse
SALVS AVG
Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand serpent rising from altar
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 562 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Ticinum mint. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand serpent rising from altar. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.07g, 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 562?
- RIC V Probus 562 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Ticinum mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 562.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 562?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Salus, draped, seated left, feeding out of patera in right hand serpent rising from altar with the inscription SALVS AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 562?
- RIC V Probus 562 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.07g, diameter 23mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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