Antoninianus - Claudius II Gothicus FID MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 1.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding standard in right hand and spear in left hand. Officina mark in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FID MILITVM
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Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin featuring Claudius II Gothicus is that it was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Claudius II, also known as Claudius Gothicus, was a military leader who became emperor in 268 AD after the death of his predecessor, Gallienus. He was known for his military campaigns against the Goths and other barbarian tribes, and his reign marked a period of relative stability in the empire after years of civil wars and external threats. Despite this, the coinage issued during his reign, including the Antoninianus, still bore the legend "FID MILITVM" or "Fides" (Faith), indicating the ongoing importance of the military and the imperial cult in Roman society.
