Probus, Potin Tetradrachm
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Title
Probus, Potin Tetradrachm
Subject
Probus, Potin Tetradrachm from Alexandria. Year 2 = 276-277 CE.
OBVERSE: A K M AVP PPOBOC CEB (Greek), laureate cuirassed bust right.
REVERSE: L-B, eagle standing left with wreath in its beak.
OBVERSE: A K M AVP PPOBOC CEB (Greek), laureate cuirassed bust right.
REVERSE: L-B, eagle standing left with wreath in its beak.
Description
Probus was much like any new emperor in this time period; he rose to power within the military and was declared emperor by his troops in 276 CE after the death of Tacitus. He spent much of his time on campaign and rarely visited the city of Rome. Following the revolts of three of his generals, he tired to improve discipline among the army. For this he was greatly disliked, ironically, and was soon after murdered in 282 CE.
Potin is a special bronze alloy used during the late empire.
Potin is a special bronze alloy used during the late empire.
Source
Gift of James and Aneta McIntyre, Hallie Ford Museum of Art, Salem, OR. 2006.010.055
Date
276-277 CE
Rights
Hallie Ford Museum of Art
Format
0.890 in
0.335 oz
0.335 oz
Language
Greek
Type
Coin
Coverage
This item can be viewed on Hallie Ford Museum of Art's website.
Citation
“Probus, Potin Tetradrachm,” Hallie Ford Museum of Art Exhibits, accessed November 22, 2024, https://library.willamette.edu/hfma/omeka/items/show/106.