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Antoninianus - Gordian III FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 3.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gordian III (Marcus Antonius Gordianus) (238-244) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 238-239 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding a standard in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Gordian III and the inscription "FIDES MILITVM" (Fides) was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Roman Empire. Gordian III was the last Roman Emperor to issue coins with the legend "Fides" (Faith), which was a reference to the loyalty and trust that the soldiers had in their emperor. This coin was issued during a period of civil war and political instability, and it's interesting to note that despite the challenges facing the empire, the coin still maintained a high level of craftsmanship and beauty.
