The Triumph of Probus

Reverse:
SOLI INVICTO CXXIM Sol in quadriga facing viewer with four galloping horses. This image covers almost the entire flan, conveying a sense of majesty and invincible power. This sentiment is echoed in the legend, which translates to "The Unconquered Sun". A more complete description of this reverse will be found at the Virtual Gallery site entitled "The Horse in Antiquity."

Obverse:
IMP CM AVR PROBVS AVG Cuirassed bust of Probus holding eagle - tipped sceptre facing left.

The coin is listed in David Sear's Roman Coins and their Values as s3379.

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