Antoninianus - Philippus I SAECVLVM NOVVM; Roma
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLVM NOVVM
Translation:
Saeculum Novum.
New century.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin was introduced by the Roman Emperor Philip I (also known as Philippus Arabs) in 244 AD, and it was the first coin to feature a portrait of the emperor wearing a beard. This was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven image of Roman emperors and was seen as a sign of Philip's efforts to promote a more conservative and traditional Roman values.
