Denarius - Philippus II VICTORIA AVG; Victory
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 244-249 |
Value | Denarius (½) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#282444 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, advancing, left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Philippus II (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Philip II (244-249 AD), and it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side. This coin was minted during a time of significant political and military turmoil in the Roman Empire, and the image of Victory was meant to symbolize the empire's military prowess and dominance. Despite the challenges faced by the empire during this period, the Denarius - Philippus II (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today, owing to its historical significance and the beauty of its design.