© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Münzkabinett - Staatliche Museen zu Berlin (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Æ25 - Philip II
| Bronze | 11.52 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Nisibis (Mesopotamia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.52 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#359608 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Temple with arched pediment and four columns enclosing draped, veiled and turreted Tyche seated facing, with ram leaping right above her; below, river god swimming right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙΟΥ ϹƐΠ ΚΟΛΩ ΝƐϹΙΒΙ ΜΗΤ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ25 bronze coin of Philip II (247-249) from Nisibis (Mesopotamia), is a rare and valuable artifact that provides a unique glimpse into the economic and political history of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD. Despite being made of bronze, which was a less valuable material than gold or silver, this coin was still widely used for trade and commerce throughout the empire, indicating the importance of Nisibis as a center of trade and commerce during that time. Additionally, the fact that it was issued during the reign of Philip II suggests that it may have been used to finance military campaigns or other large-scale projects, making it a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians alike.
