© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Philippus II SAECVLARES AVGG S C COS II
| Bronze | 10.2 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-249 |
| Value | As (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Low column inscribed COS II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES AVGG S C COS II
Translation:
Saeculares Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum. Consul Secundum.
Secular Games of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate. Consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.62–11.33 g;Diameter varies: 26–26.5 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 a rare reverse design, known as the "Sacred Hand," which depicts a hand holding a scepter and an orb, symbolizing the power and authority of the Roman Empire.
