Antoninianus - Diocletianus FIDES MILIT; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295-294 |
| 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#305791 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left; on either side, ensign.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILIT
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Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin bearing the image of Diocletianus and the inscription "FIDES MILIT" (Military Faith) was introduced during the Roman Empire's economic reform, which aimed to stabilize the empire's currency and economy. This coin was made of silver and had a higher purity level than previous coins, indicating a shift towards a more reliable monetary system.