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Denarius - Macrinus FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 2.6 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Macrinus (Marcus Opellius Macrinus) (217-218) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217-218 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#275069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fides, head right, standing front, holding standard in each hand, right foot on helmet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.58–2.61 g;Diameter varies: 19–20.3 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Macrinus (FIDES MILITVM; Fides) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Fides (Fidelity) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD. Fides was considered an important virtue in ancient Rome, representing loyalty, honesty, and trustworthiness, and was often depicted holding a military standard or a patera (a ritual offering dish), as seen on this coin. The inclusion of Fides on the coinage of Macrinus, who was a military leader and emperor, highlights the significance of this virtue in Roman culture and the desire to promote loyalty and fidelity among the military and the population.
