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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus II AEQVITAS AVGG; Aequitas
| Silver | 4.2 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 | 244-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGG
Translation:
Aequitas Duorum Augustorum.
Equity of the two emperors.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.5–5.22 g;Diameter varies: 21–23.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin featuring Philippus II (also known as Philip the Arab) is notable for its depiction of the Roman goddess Aequitas (Equity) on the reverse side. Aequitas was a symbol of fairness and justice, and her image on the coin may have been intended to promote the idea of a fair and just society under Philip's rule. This coin was minted during a time of significant economic and political change in the Roman Empire, and its design may have been intended to reassure the public of the empire's commitment to fairness and equality.
