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Æ29 - Philip I ΒΙΖVΗΝΩΝ
| Bronze | 12.88 g | 28.8 mm |
| Issuer | Bizya (Thracia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.88 g |
| Diameter | 28.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#397571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tyche seated right, head left, holding rudder & cornucopiae
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΙΖVΗΝΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ29 Philip I (ΒΙΖVΗΝΩΝ) from Bizya (Thracia), is a rare example of a Roman imperial coin that features a depiction of a pagan deity. The obverse of the coin shows an image of Philip I, while the reverse features a representation of the goddess Diana. This is notable because the Roman Empire was officially Christianized during the reign of Emperor Constantine in the 4th century, and the depiction of pagan deities on coins was generally discouraged or prohibited. Therefore, the inclusion of Diana on this coin is a unique and interesting feature that sets it apart from other coins of the time.