© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Antoninianus - Philippus II and Philippus I LIBERALITAS AVGG III
| Silver | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Value | Antoninianus (1) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Philip the Arab and Philip II, seated left on curule chairs; Philip the Arab nearer spectator, holds short sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG III
Translation:
Liberatlitas Duorum Augustorum Tertia.
Third liberality of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Mass varies: 3.21–4.95 g;Diameter varies: 22–24 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coin , which features Philippus II and Philippus I, is known for its unique design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the two emperors standing together, holding a globe and a scepter, while the reverse side shows the personification of Liberalitas, or "Liberality," standing left, holding a cornucopia and a scepter. This design was meant to symbolize the generosity and abundance of the Roman Empire under the rule of Philippus II and Philippus I.
