© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I P M TR P II COS P P
| Silver | 4.4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 245-247 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Philip the Arab, seated left, on curule chair, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P II COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Secunda, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the second time, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.61–5.21 g;Diameter varies: 22–25 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Philip I, who ruled the Roman Empire from 244 to 249 AD. It's interesting to note that Philip I was known for his attempts to reform the Roman Empire's currency and economy, and the Antoninianus coin was introduced as a new denomination during his reign. It was designed to replace the earlier denarius coin and was intended to be a more stable and reliable currency. The coin's design features the image of Philip I on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the power and prosperity of the Roman Empire.
