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Dupondius - Philippus I AETERNITATIS AVGG S C
| Bronze | 11.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 244-249 |
| Value | Dupondius (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Elephant, guided by driver with goad and wand, walking left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITATIS AVGG S C
Translation:
Aeternitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Eternity of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.28–13.45 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Philip I (also known as Philippus Arabs) on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "AETERNITATIS AVGG S C," which translates to "eternity of the emperors." This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was focused on promoting the idea of eternal rule and stability under the leadership of the emperor.
