Probus Antoninianus
RIC V Probus 706 · 276 AD-282 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C PROBVS P F AVG
Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right or bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, with or without spear and shield
Reverse
PAX AVG
Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 706 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.44g, 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 706?
- RIC V Probus 706 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 706.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 706?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, right or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, right or bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, with or without spear and shield with the inscription IMP C PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Pax, draped, standing left, holding olive-branch in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription PAX AVG. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 706?
- RIC V Probus 706 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.44g, diameter 22mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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