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Antoninianus - Philippus I VIRTVS EXERCITVS; Virtus
| Silver | 4 g | 22.5 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 | 4 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Virtus, draped, standing right, holding spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield; foot sometimes seen to rest on helmet.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS EXERCITVS
Translation:
Virtus Exercitus.
Courage of the army.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.95–4.73 g;Diameter varies: 20–23.33 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, also known as Philip the Arab, who ruled the Roman Empire from 244 to 249 AD. The coin's design features the image of the goddess Virtus, which represents the virtue and bravery of the Roman army. The coin's silver content and weight of 4 grams also make it a valuable and collectible item among numismatists today.
