Dupondius - Philippus II (CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM; Philippus I) (244-246) front Dupondius - Philippus II (CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM; Philippus I) (244-246) back
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Dupondius - Philippus II CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM; Philippus I

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
244-246
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
References
Numista
N#282468
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Busts of Philip the Arab, laureate, draped, cuirassed, right and Otacilia, diademed, draped, left, facing one another.

Script: Latin

Lettering: CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM

Translation:
Concordia Augustorum.
The harmony of the emperors (Augusti).

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Philippus II, also known as Philip the Arab, who was the Roman Emperor from 244 to 249 AD. He was known for his attempts to restore peace and stability to the empire after a period of turmoil, and his reign marked the beginning of a period of relative calm and prosperity in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes the image of Philippus II and the inscription "CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM" (meaning "harmony of the emperors"), reflects the emphasis placed on unity and cooperation during his reign.