Antoninianus - Tacitus FIDES MILIT; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tacitus (Marcus Claudius Tacitus) (275-276) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275-276 |
| 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#291776 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding spear 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 coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Tacitus in 275-276 AD, during a time of economic crisis and military turmoil. Despite its silver content, the coin was initially rejected by the Roman people due to its unusual design, which featured a stylized portrait of Tacitus and an image of the goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse. However, the coin eventually gained acceptance and became a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. This interesting fact highlights the coin's unique history and the challenges faced by the Roman Empire during Tacitus' reign.
