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Æ26 - Philippus I ΙΟΥ CEΠ ΚΟΛΩ ΝECΙΒΙ ΜΗΤ; Nisibis
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Nisibis (Mesopotamia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#412445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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 CΕΠ ΚΟΛΩ ΝΕCΙΒΙ ΜΗΤ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ26 Philippus I (ΙΟΥ CEΠ ΚΟΛΩ ΝECΙΒΙ ΜΗΤ; Nisibis) (247-249) from Nisibis (Mesopotamia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that was issued during the reign of Emperor Philip I, also known as Philip the Arab. This coin is unique because it features a distinctive blend of Roman and Persian influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and political ties between the two empires during that time period.
