Probus is a favorite amongst ancient coin collectors.
Following on from reforms by Aurelian he continued to restore trust in the Roman monetary system.
This has led to a diverse range of great quality coins of Probus being available to this day.
Mintage
Mint
Rome
Mint Mark
R*Z
Date made
276 CE - 282 CE
Coin Details
Obverse
Description
Bust of Probus, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Transcription
IMP PROBVS PF AVG
Translation
Imperator Probus Pius Felix Augustus (Emperor Probus Pious and Blessed Augustus)
Reverse
Description
Probus, riding left, raising right hand and holding scepter in left hand; at his feet, captive