Probus Antoninianus
RIC V Probus 774 · 276 AD-282 AD · Siscia
Obverse
Reverse
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Obverse
IMP C M AVR PROBVS P AVG
Bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle in right hand, sometimes holding spear in place of sceptre or holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, sometimes seen from behind, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand
Reverse
SOLI INVICTO
Sol, radiate, in quadriga, galloping left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 774 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Siscia mint. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, in quadriga, galloping left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 3.61g, 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 774?
- RIC V Probus 774 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Siscia mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 774.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 774?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, helmeted, radiate, cuirassed, left, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, wearing imperial mantle, left, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle in right hand, sometimes holding spear in place of sceptre or holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand or bust of Probus, radiate, cuirassed, left, sometimes seen from behind, holding spear in right hand and shield in left hand with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS P AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, in quadriga, galloping left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand with the inscription SOLI INVICTO. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 774?
- RIC V Probus 774 was struck in Silver, standard weight 3.61g, diameter 22mm, die axis 5 h, struck.
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