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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I AETERNITAS AVGG
| Silver | 4.1 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Elephant, guided by driver with goad and wand, walking left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS AVGG
Translation:
Aeternitas Duorum Augustorum.
Eternity of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.18–4.86 g;Diameter varies: 21.9–23 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Philippus I (AETERNITAS AVGG) and was minted in Rome between 247-249 AD, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after piece for those interested in ancient Roman numismatics.
