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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Gold | 2.6 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, standing left, holding ensign in right hand and spear or sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.16–3.06 g;Diameter varies: 19–22 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (FIDES MILITVM; Fides) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 3rd century AD. Fides was considered an important virtue in ancient Rome, representing loyalty, honesty, and trustworthiness, and was often depicted holding a staff and a olive branch, as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Fides on the coinage of Claudius II Gothicus suggests that he valued these qualities and sought to promote them during his reign.
