Antoninianus - Gallienus FIDES MIL; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) Valerian (Publius Licinius Valerianus) (253-260) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 258-259 |
| 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#286545 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MIL
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Gallienus and the goddess Fides (FIDES MIL; Fides) on its reverse side, was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Specifically, it was minted during the year 258-259, which was a period of civil war and political instability, known as the "Year of the Four Emperors." Despite this, the coin still bears the image of Fides, who was a symbol of loyalty and fidelity, reflecting the importance of these values in Roman culture, even during times of conflict and upheaval.
