How do you identify RIC V Probus 673?

The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip with the inscription CONSERVAT AVG. Portrait type: radiate.

What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 673?

RIC V Probus 673 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.54g, diameter 23mm, die axis 11 h, struck.

Probus Antoninianus (RIC V 673)

Obverse

Reverse

Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg

Catalog Reference

RIC V Probus 673

Ruler

Probus

Denomination

Antoninianus

Date

276 AD-282 AD

Mint

Siscia

Metal

Silver

Weight

3.54g

Diameter

23mm

Die Axis

11 h

Portrait Type

radiate

Manufacturing

struck

Obverse

IMP C M AVR PROBVS AVG

Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right

Reverse

CONSERVAT AVG

Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip

About This Type

This RIC V Probus 673 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.54g, 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 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.

All Probus coins Siscia mint All Antoninianus coins

Frequently Asked Questions

What is RIC V Probus 673?: RIC V Probus 673 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 673.
How do you identify RIC V Probus 673?: The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, walking left, raising right hand and holding whip with the inscription CONSERVAT AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 673?: RIC V Probus 673 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.54g, diameter 23mm, die axis 11 h, struck.