Probus. AD 276-282. Antoninianus 21mm, 3.62 g. Rome. Struck AD 281. Radiate and cuirassed bust right / trophy between two seated captives; R(star)A. RIC V 766. Extremely Fine, silvered, toned. From the Lionel Tenby collection. Sold with original collector's ticket.
Probus was a skilled general who restored order after years of crisis. Known for his military discipline and defensive campaigns against Germanic tribes, he also promoted economic recovery by encouraging agriculture and rebuilding cities. His coinage is diverse and artistic, often showing deities like Sol, Mars, and Victory. Probus was murdered by his own soldiers, but his reign is remembered for its energetic leadership and vibrant coinage.
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