© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Antoninianus - Philippus II SAECVLVM NOVVM; Roma
| 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 | 244-249 |
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLVM NOVVM
Translation:
Saeculum Novum.
New century.
Comment
Mass varies: 4.15–4.41 g;Diameter varies: 22–24 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Antoninianus coinage was introduced by the Roman Emperor Caracalla in 215 AD, and it was named after him. However, the coin , which features Philippus II (244-249 AD), was issued during a time when the Roman Empire was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation, debasement of the currency, and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the Antoninianus coin remained a widely used denomination throughout the 3rd century AD and was an important symbol of the Roman Empire's power and influence.
