Antoninianus - Gallienus FIDES MILITVM
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260-268 |
| 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#289305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legend inscribed within laurel-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin, also known as the "Gallienus," was issued during the reign of Emperor Gallienus (260-268 AD) and was a significant departure from previous Roman coins. It was the first Roman coin to feature a radiate crown on the emperor's head, which symbolized the power and authority of the emperor. This design change marked a shift in the way the Roman Empire was perceived and represented, and it paved the way for future coinage designs.
