Antoninianus - Carinus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 3.2 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Carinus (Marcus Aurelius Carinus) (283-285) Numerian (Marcus Aurelius Numerius Numerianus) (283-284) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 283-285 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#298295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILITVM
-/-//KA∈
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.82–3.63 g;Diameter varies: 19–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Carinus (FIDES MILITVM; Fides) was issued during a time of significant military reforms in the Roman Empire. The coin's reverse side features the goddess Fides (Fidelity) standing between two soldiers, symbolizing the empire's reliance on its military strength and the loyalty of its soldiers. This design was a departure from previous coins that featured the Roman Emperor himself, highlighting the importance of the military in maintaining the empire's power and stability.
