Antoninianus - Aurelianus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#291139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, which was issued during the reign of Emperor Aurelianus (270-275 AD), was a significant departure from previous Roman coins in that it was made of silver, rather than the more common bronze or copper. This was a deliberate choice by Aurelianus, who wanted to promote the use of silver currency as a way to stabilize the Roman economy and combat inflation. The coin's design, which features the goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, was also meant to convey the idea of trust and loyalty, which was a key aspect of Aurelianus' reign. Despite its innovative design and intentions, the Antoninianus coin was not widely accepted by the Roman people, and it ultimately failed to achieve its intended goals.
