Note: RIC 583 cites Cohen 29, but the description of the reverse does not follow Cohen's accurately.

Cohen 29

Chronology: Pink's 5th emission of Siscia, 278 CE.

Probus aureus RIC 583
RIC 583, Siscia. Bust type -, (-). Denomination: Aureus.
OBV.: IMP C PROBVS  P F AVG

Laureate, helmeted, cuirassed and draped bust left, holding shield and spear, seen from back.

REV.: ADVENTVS AVG   Cesures: ADV_E_N_T_VS AVG

Emperor, preceded by Victory, riding left, right hand raised, left holding sceptre.
Emperor riding left, right hand raised, left holding sceptre, preceded by Victory, holding wreath and palm.

Mintmark: //   [exergual line only]

Weight: 4.92 g
Die axis: 11 h.
Diameter: ?

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