© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Antoninianus - Philippus I FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.8 g | 22 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 | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, seated left, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand; wheel below seat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA REDVX
Translation:
Fortuna Redux.
Fortune that brings back [the Emperor in safety].
Comment
Mass varies: 3.75–3.91 g;Example of this type:
The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Philippus I (FORTVNA REDVX; Fortuna) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the ideals of good fortune and prosperity. The image of Fortuna on the coin was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune under Philippus' rule.
