As - Philippus I (LIBERALITAS AVGG II S C; Liberalitas) (244-249) front As - Philippus I (LIBERALITAS AVGG II S C; Liberalitas) (244-249) back
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As - Philippus I LIBERALITAS AVGG II S C; Liberalitas

 
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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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#282321
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.

Script: Latin

Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG II S C

Translation:
Liberatlitas Duorum Augustorum Secunda. Senatus Consultum.
Second liberality of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.

Comment

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 Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and freedom. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Philippus I, who ruled from 244 to 249 AD, and was part of a series of coins that celebrated the virtues of the Roman Empire. The image of Liberalitas on the coin symbolizes the idea that the Roman Empire was a place of prosperity, abundance, and freedom, where citizens could enjoy the benefits of a well-functioning society.