Antoninianus - Carinus as Caesar FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (282-283) |
| Emperor | Carus (Marcus Aurelius Carus) (282-283) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282-283 |
| 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#296391 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILITVM
-/-//XXI
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus as Caesar (FIDES MILITVM; Fides) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin was issued in 282-283 AD, during the reign of Emperor Carus, who was attempting to restore stability to the empire after a period of civil wars and external threats. Despite these challenges, the coin still bears the symbol of Fides, or loyalty, highlighting the importance of loyalty and unity within the Roman military and society during this time.