Antoninianus - Philippus I P M TR P IIII COS P P
247 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 247 |
| 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#282154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Philip the Arab, veiled, standing left, sacrificing over tripod out of right hand and holding wand in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS P P
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul, Pater Patriae.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul, father of the nation.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Philippus I (also known as Philip the Arab), is notable for its unique design. It depicts the emperor wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Apollo, and was a departure from the traditional imperial crown worn by previous emperors. This design change was likely intended to emphasize Philippus' connection to the divine and his role as a benevolent ruler.
