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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Macrinus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 4.8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, standing left, holding standard in each hand; a standard on each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Macrinus and the goddess Fides (FIDES MILITVM) on its reverse side, is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued during a brief period of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire. This is interesting because the reign of Macrinus, who was a military leader and a member of the Praetorian Guard, was marked by political turmoil and power struggles, and the empire was facing numerous external threats at the time. Despite these challenges, the coinage issued during his reign, such as the Antoninianus , suggests that there was still a strong emphasis on upholding the traditional values and symbols of the Roman state, including the goddess Fides, who represented loyalty and fidelity.
