Antoninianus - Claudius II Head left; FIDES MILIT; Fides; Mediolanum
| Billon (.030 silver) | 3 g | 20 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 | Billon (.030 silver) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#57344 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Fides standing left holding two standards
Officina sometimes in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILIT
Unabridged legend: Fides Militum.
Translation: Loyalty of the soldiers.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The reign of Claudius II (268-270 AD) saw a major reform of the Roman currency, with the introduction of a new standardized system of coinage that replaced the previous system of irregularly shaped coins with a more consistent and easily recognizable currency. This coin, the Antoninianus, was a key part of this reform and was widely used throughout the empire. Despite its small size and relatively low silver content, it remained a valuable and widely accepted form of currency for many years, reflecting the stability and enduring influence of the Roman Empire.
