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Antoninianus - Philippus I ROMAE AETERNAE; Roma
| Silver | 4.3 g | 21.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, holding Victory, winged, draped, in right hand and spear in left hand; at side, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMAE AETERNAE
Translation:
Romae Aeternae.
Everlasting Rome.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.66–4.98 g;Diameter varies: 21–22 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 Philippus I, who ruled the Roman Empire from 244 to 249 AD. This coin was a standard circulation coin made of silver and weighed 4.3 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the goddess Roma on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Roma was meant to symbolize the eternal nature of the Roman Empire and its connection to the gods.
