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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Philippus I FIDES MILITVM S C; Fides
| Bronze | 10.1 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing left, holding standard in right hand and transverse sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM S C
Translation:
Fides Militum. Senatus Consultum.
Loyalty of the soldiers. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.488–10.96 g;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 Fides, the Roman goddess of trust and loyalty, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman culture and suggests that the coin was minted to promote these ideals among the population.
