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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 4.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-247 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding two standards.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.45–4.81 g;Diameter varies: 21–22.6 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins during the reign of Philippus I. Fides was an important symbol of loyalty and trust in ancient Roman culture, and her depiction on the coin may have been intended to emphasize the emperor's commitment to maintaining the loyalty and support of his soldiers and subjects.
