© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS; Spes
| Silver | 3.4 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-246 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, advancing left, holding flower in right hand and raising skirt with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS
Translation:
Spes Felicitatis Orbis.
The hope for world happiness.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.99–4.562 g;Diameter varies: 20–23 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 (SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS; Spes) was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in the Roman Empire. Despite this, the coin's design and message of hope and prosperity (SPES FELICITATIS ORBIS) reflect the optimism and resilience of the Roman people during this period.
