Antoninianus - Aurelianus FIDES MILITVM
| Silver | 4.1 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aurelian (Lucius Domitius Aurelianus) (270-275) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 270-275 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290854 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aurelian, standing left between two ensigns, holding globe in right hand and spear in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILITVM
-/-//IV
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Aurelianus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD) to promote the cult of the Roman military. The coin features the image of Aurelian on one side and the personification of Military Fidelity (Fides Militum) on the other. The coin's design was meant to emphasize the importance of the military in maintaining the empire's security and stability.