Probus Antoninianus, Probus reverse
RIC V Probus 657 · 276 AD-282 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP PROBVS INV AVG
Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right, sometimes holding spear or bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, sometimes seen from behind, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
CONCORD MILIT
Probus, standing right, clasping hand of Concordia, standing left
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 657 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Probus, standing right, clasping hand of Concordia, standing left. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.8g, 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 Siscia Mint
Siscia (modern Sisak, Croatia) was a major late Roman mint, operating from the late third century through the late fourth century. It produced large quantities of bronze coinage for the Danube frontier region.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Probus 657?
- RIC V Probus 657 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 657.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 657?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right, sometimes holding spear or bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, sometimes seen from behind, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP PROBVS INV AVG. The reverse depicts Probus, standing right, clasping hand of Concordia, standing left with the inscription CONCORD MILIT. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 657?
- RIC V Probus 657 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.8g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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