Probus; AE Antoninianus, Siscia; Mars

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Description

Probus (276 – 282 AD). AE Antoninianus, Siscia mint 280 AD. IMP C M AVR PROBVS P F AVG; radiate bust left in imperial mantle, holding sceptre surmounted by eagle / VIRTVS PROBI AVG; Mars advancing right, holding a trophy and spear; XXIS in ex.

Specifications

Diameter [mm]: AE22
Weight [g]: 3,02
Grade: VF/VF
Attribution: RIC 810
Commentary: grey patina with traces of silvering

Historical Context

Though successfull in battle and civil projects, Probus was murdered by his own troops, probably as a consequence of their discontent with the burden of heavy labour of draining the marshes of Sirmium.

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