Antoninianus - Probus FIDES MILIT; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Probus (Marcus Aurelius Probus) (276-282) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 276-282 |
| 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#292717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and ensign in left hand.
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 - Probus coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Probus (276-282 AD) to promote the Roman army's loyalty and morale. The coin's obverse features the image of Probus himself, while the reverse features the personification of Fides (Faith) holding a military standard and a shield, symbolizing the army's loyalty and devotion to the emperor and the state. The use of the Latin word "Fides" (Faith) on the coin's reverse highlights the importance of loyalty and trust in the Roman military and society during that time.