Dupondius - Philippus I NOBILITAS AVGG S C; Nobilitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282266 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nobilitas, draped, standing right, holding vertical sceptre in right hand and globe in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOBILITAS AVGG S C
Translation:
Nobilitas Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum.
Nobility of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Philippus I (244-249 AD) is interesting because it highlights the Roman Empire's emphasis on nobility and lineage. The coin's inscription, "NOBILITAS AVGG S C," translates to "The Nobility of the Augusti," suggesting that the emperor's nobility was a key aspect of his identity and legitimacy. This focus on nobility was a common theme in Roman imperial propaganda, reflecting the importance of family lineage and aristocratic status in Roman society.
