© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Philippus I P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C
| Bronze | 8.5 g | 24 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 | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Philip the Arab, seated left, on curule chair, holding globe in right hand and short sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 Philippus I, also known as Philip the Arab, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 244 to 249 AD. He was known for his attempts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of turmoil, and his coinage reflects this focus on stability and continuity. The coin's design, which includes the emperor's image and various symbols of Roman power and authority, was meant to convey the idea of a strong and stable Roman Empire under Philip's leadership.
