Antoninianus - Maximianus FIDES MILIT; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximian Herculius (Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus) (286-305) Diocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295-296 |
| 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#306451 |
|---|---|
| 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 - Maximianus coin (FIDES MILIT; Fides) was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite this, the coin still features the image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, symbolizing the empire's commitment to upholding its values and principles, even in the face of adversity.