Dupondius - Philippus II CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM; Philippus I
Bronze | - | - |
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 | 244-246 |
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 |
Numista | N#282468 |
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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.