As - Philippus I (AEQVITAS AVGG S C; Aequitas) (244-249) front As - Philippus I (AEQVITAS AVGG S C; Aequitas) (244-249) back
As - Philippus I (AEQVITAS AVGG S C; Aequitas) (244-249) photo
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As - Philippus I AEQVITAS AVGG S C; Aequitas

 
Bronze 10.5 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
244-249
Value
As (1⁄32)
Currency
Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.5 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#282285
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AEQVITAS AVGG S C

Translation:
Aequitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Equity of the two emperors. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Mass varies: 4.13–14.382 g;
Diameter varies: 20.3–26 mm;

Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Philippus I.