Denarius - Diadumenian FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#277296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides, standing left, holding standard in each hand; a standard on each side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Diadumenian coin features an image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fides Militarum) on the reverse side, which represents the loyalty and fidelity of the Roman soldiers. Fides was an important deity in ancient Roman religion and was often depicted as a woman holding a military standard or a shield, symbolizing her role as the protector of the Roman army. The inclusion of Fides on this coin highlights the importance of military loyalty and fidelity during the reign of Emperor Diadumenian, who ruled Rome from 217-218 AD.
