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Denarius - Severus Alexander FIDES EXERCITVS; Fides
| Silver | 2.5 g | 18.4 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Severus Alexander (Marcus Aurelius Severus Alexander) (222-235) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222-235 |
| Value | Denarius (½) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#279345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fides, draped, seated left, holding standard in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES EXERCITVS
Translation:
Fides Exercitus.
Loyalty of the army.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Severus Alexander (FIDES EXERCITVS; 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 Severan dynasty. Fides was considered an important virtue in ancient Rome, representing loyalty, honesty, and trustworthiness, and was often depicted as a personification of the Roman state's commitment to upholding these values. The inclusion of Fides on this coin may have been a way for Severus Alexander to emphasize the importance of these values during his reign.
