Antoninianus - Philippus I AETERNIT IMPERI; Sol
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, advancing left, raising right hand and holding whip in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNIT IMPERI
Translation:
Aeternitas Imperii.
The eternity of the Roman Empire.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Philippus I (also known as Philip the Arab) and the Roman Empire's symbol of Sol (the sun god), was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire. The coin's silver content was actually debased during this period, meaning that it contained less silver than previous coins, which led to inflation and economic instability. Despite this, the coin remained an important symbol of Roman power and influence, and its design was copied by other regions and kingdoms throughout Europe and the Middle East.