As - Philippus I (MARCIA OTACIL SEVERA AVG; Otacilia Severa) (244-249) front As - Philippus I (MARCIA OTACIL SEVERA AVG; Otacilia Severa) (244-249) back
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As - Philippus I MARCIA OTACIL SEVERA AVG; Otacilia Severa

 
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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#282355
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of Otacilia Severa, diademed, draped, on crescent, right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: MARCIA OTACIL SEVERA AVG

Translation:
Marcia Otacilia Severa Augusta.
Marcia Otacilia Severa the venerable.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Otacilia Severa, the wife of Emperor Philippus I, who was a powerful and influential woman in her time. She was known for her intelligence, political acumen, and her support of her husband's reign. The coin's design, which includes her image, is a testament to her importance in Roman society and politics during the 3rd century AD.