© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Philippus I SAECVLARES NOVVM S C; Roma
248 year| Bronze | 18.2 g | 28.5 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 | 18.2 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre of columns.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES NOVVM S C
Unabridged legend: Saeculum Novum.
Translation: New century.
Comment
Corrected in the addenda from SAECVLARES AVGG S C in RIC IV.
Mass varies: 16.157–20.54 g;
Diameter varies: 27–30.43 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Philippus I, also known as Philip the Arab, who was a Roman emperor who ruled 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 coinage reflects this focus on stability and prosperity. The Sestertius coin, in particular, was a common denomination during this time period and was used for everyday transactions.
