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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Philippus I P M TR P V COS III P P S C; Mars
248 year| Bronze | 16.9 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 248 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 16.9 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, standing left, holding branch in right hand and resting left hand on shield; spear against left arm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P V COS III P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quinta, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fifth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 15.55–18.48 g;Diameter varies: 27.5–30.7 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Mars, the Roman god of war, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the Roman Emperor Philippus I, who ruled from 244 to 249 AD, was known for his military campaigns and victories. The coin's design may have been meant to highlight the emperor's martial prowess and reinforce his image as a strong and powerful leader.
