Ancient Roman Antoninianus Coin of Emperor Probus - 276 AD

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An ancient Roman antoninianus minted under Emperor Probus, ( Marcus Aurelius Probus Augustus .) Struck 276 - 282 A.D.The obverse with the radiated bust of probus, facing right. The legend reading in abbreviated Latin:IMP[erator] C[aesar] M[arcvs] AVR[elivs] PROBVS AVG[vstvs]"Emperor Caesar Marcus Aurelius Probus Augustus"The reverse with Securitas left holding scepter and leaning on column. The legend reading:SECURITAS ORBIS"Security of the World"Diameter: 21 mm.Weight: 3.25 g.Provenance: ArtAncient Limited have acquired the majority of a large and eclectic coin collection, from the estate of a deceased Chester gentleman. The collection was formed from the 1940's-1970's. What makes the collection particularly exciting is the meticulous inventory that the collector kept, often recording the date and place of purchase in addition to the typology of the coin. Collectors will be aware that it is unusual to get such a positive sign of provenance going so far back in time, making coins from this collection a particularly good investment. Each coin comes complete with an index card that includes all the details of the coin and the place and date of the original purchase - in this case 24 February 1958 from Seaby. Please note: This is a genuine and well provenanced ancient Roman coin. This piece is offered for sale without reserve to promote read more

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