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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Maximinus Thrax FIDES MILITVM; Fides
| Silver | 2.8 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maximinus I Thrax (Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus) (235-238) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235-236 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#280226 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, standing front, head left, holding military standard in each hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES MILITVM
Translation:
Fides Militum.
Loyalty of the soldiers.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.06–3.82 g;Diameter varies: 10.81–21 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 - Maximinus Thrax (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 3rd century 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 Maximinus Thrax may have been a deliberate choice to emphasize his commitment to maintaining the loyalty and trust of his soldiers and subjects.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (235-236) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denarius - Maximinus Thrax (FIDES MILITVM; Fides) (235-236) coin.
