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Sestertius - Philippus II P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C
| Bronze | 19.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 247-249 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 19.4 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Philip II, seated left, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P IIII COS II P P S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate Quarta, Consul Secundum, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power for the fourth time, consul for the second time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 16.02–21.98 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Philippus II, also known as Philip the Arab, who was a 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 prosperity and calm in the Roman Empire.
