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Antoninianus - Carus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| 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#296271 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding two ensigns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILITVM
-/P//XXI
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus - Carus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Carus, who ruled the Roman Empire from 282 to 283 AD. The coin features an image of the goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. Fides was considered an important virtue in ancient Rome, symbolizing loyalty, honesty, and trustworthiness. The inclusion of Fides on the coinage was seen as a way to promote these values and reinforce the idea that the Roman Empire was a place where citizens could trust in their leaders and the system of government.
