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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I FIDES EXERCITVS
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Four standards- the second from the right, a legionary eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES EXERCITVS
Translation:
Fides Exercitus.
Loyalty of the army.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.97–4.38 g;Diameter varies: 21.3–25.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Philippus I (FIDES EXERCITVS) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the ideals of military loyalty and unity. The coin's design, which includes an image of the emperor wearing a military cloak and holding a scepter, symbolized the emperor's role as the leader of the Roman army and his commitment to maintaining the empire's military strength. The coin's silver content and weight, which was standardized at 3.8 grams, also reflected the empire's efforts to establish a consistent and reliable currency system. Overall, the coin serves as a testament to the importance of military power and leadership in the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
