Antoninianus - Probus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 3.7 g | 23 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#293297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding ensign in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES MILITVM
-/-//III
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.17–4.62 g;Diameter varies: 20.5–24.1 mm;
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 military and its values. The coin's obverse features the image of Probus himself, while the reverse features the personification of Fides (Fidelity) holding a military standard and a shield, symbolizing the loyalty and devotion of the Roman soldiers. The inclusion of Fides on the coin highlights the importance of loyalty and trust in the Roman military, and serves as a reminder of the military's role in maintaining the empire's security and stability.
