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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I SAECVLARES AVGG; She-wolf
248 year| Silver | 3.8 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 248 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
She-wolf, standing left, suckling the twins.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES AVGG
Translation:
Saeculares Duorum Augustorum.
Secular Games of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.957–4.64 g;Diameter varies: 21–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Philippus I (also known as Philip the Arab) is notable for its depiction of the she-wolf, which is a symbol of Rome's foundation myth. According to legend, the city was founded by Romulus and Remus, twin brothers who were raised by a she-wolf. The image of the she-wolf on the coin serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of the Roman Empire.
