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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus I VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Silver | 4.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-247 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282124 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing, right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.88–4.979 g;Diameter varies: 21–25.57 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Antoninianus coin is that it was introduced by the Roman Emperor Philip I (also known as Philippus I) in 244 AD, as a replacement for the denarius, which had been the standard Roman currency for centuries. The Antoninianus was made of silver and had a higher value than the denarius, with a weight of 4.3 grams. This change in currency was significant because it marked a shift in the Roman Empire's economy, as it attempted to combat inflation and stabilize the value of its currency.
