Probus Lugdunum PROVIDENTIA VGVSTI (sic!)
Obverse: IMP C M AVR PROBVS AVG
Reverse: PROVIDENTIA VGVSTI (sic!)
Emission: 2
Officina: 3
Bust type: B = Radiate, cuirassed bust right
Exergue marks: // III
Literature: RIC 48 ; Bastien 170 (4ex including two pieces with incorrect legends)
Rarity: R3
Note: A very rare type of reverse with an error in the legend (missing A in Avgvsti). 3 known specimens: 2 from Bastien, one from forum user ancient. This coin is in the best preserved condition.
Ref: 18.11.2023 -Demos auction lot 752
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