Probus Antoninianus, Female reverse
RIC V Probus 925 · 276 AD-282 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
Reverse
Akademisches Kunstmuseum, Universität Bonn
Obverse
IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG
Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
RESTITVT ORBIS
Female figure, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Probus, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand
About This Type
This RIC V Probus 925 is an antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Female figure, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Probus, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.26g, 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 Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC V Probus 925?
- RIC V Probus 925 is a Silver Antoninianus of Probus (276 AD-282 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC no. RIC V Probus 925.
- How do you identify RIC V Probus 925?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG. The reverse depicts Female figure, draped, standing right, presenting wreath to Probus, standing left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand with the inscription RESTITVT ORBIS. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC V Probus 925?
- RIC V Probus 925 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.26g, diameter 22mm, die axis 7 h, struck.
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