© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Philippus II LIBERALITAS AVGG III S C
| Bronze | 18.7 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246-249 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 18.7 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282478 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Philip the Arab and Philip II, seated left, on curule chairs, extending right hands; Philip the Arab, nearer spectator, holds short sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVGG III S C
Translation:
Liberatlitas Duorum Augustorum Tertia. Senatus Consultum.
Third liberality of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 13.43–22.17 g;Diameter varies: 27.4–32 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which is unusual for a coin issued during the reign of Emperor Philip II, who was known for his conservative and traditionalist views. The inclusion of Libertas on the coin may suggest that Philip II was attempting to promote the idea of liberty and freedom, which was an important value in Roman culture, but also a potentially subversive message in a time of political upheaval.
