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Æ26 - Philipp II as Caesar ΜΕCΑΜΒΡΙΑΝΩΝ
| Bronze | 11.7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Mesambria (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-247 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#307215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Homonoia standing to left, wearing modius on head, holding patera with extended right hand and cornucopia with left hand.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕCΑΜΒΡΙΑΝΩΝ
Translation: [of] Mesembria.
Interesting fact
The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ26 - Philipp II as Caesar (ΜΕCΑΜΒΡΙΑΝΩΝ) (244-247) from Mesambria (Thracia) made of Bronze weighing 11.7 g, is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the reign of Philip II, who was the son of the Roman Emperor Trajan Decius. This coin was minted in the city of Mesambria, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the Roman Empire during that time. The coin's design features an image of Philip II as Caesar, which indicates that he was appointed as the heir apparent to the throne by his father. This coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the political and economic conditions of the Roman Empire during the 3rd century AD.
