Denarius - Caracalla FIDES PVBLICA; Fides
| Silver | 2.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caracalla (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Caracalla) (198-217) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 196-198 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#273011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing right, holding corn-ears in right hand and basket of fruit in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES PVBLICA
Translation:
Fides Publica.
Loyalty of the public.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.8–3.87 g;Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Caracalla coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fides Pvblica) on the reverse side, which represents the personification of public faith or trust. This image was chosen to emphasize the importance of trust and loyalty in the Roman Empire, particularly during the reign of Emperor Caracalla.
