© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Philippus II PRINCIPI IVVENT S C
| Bronze | 9.9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-246 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Philip II, in military attire, standing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI IVVENT S C
Translation:
Principi Juventutis. Senatus Consultum.
Prince of the youth. 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 II, also known as Philip the Arab, who was a Roman emperor 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 reign marked the beginning of a period of relative calm and prosperity in the Roman Empire.
