Aureus - Philippus I SAECVLARES AVGG
248 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 248 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two lions, standing right and left, facing one another.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES AVGG
Translation:
Saeculares Duorum Augustorum.
Secular Games of the two emperors (Augusti).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus was a gold coin used in ancient Rome, and it was considered the standard unit of currency for many centuries. The Aureus coin , which features Philippus I (also known as Philip the Arab), was minted in 248 AD and is made of gold. What's interesting about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the emperor's bust, while the reverse (back) side features the goddess Victory holding a trophy and a shield with the inscription "SAECVLARES AVGG," which means "forever victorious emperors." This blend of Roman and Greek elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
