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Sestertius - Philippus II SAECVLARES AVGG S C COS II
| Bronze | 17.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus) (244-249) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 248-249 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#282476 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Low column inscribed COS II.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAECVLARES AVGG S C COS II
Translation:
Saeculares Duorum Augustorum. Senatus Consultum. Consul Secundum.
Secular Games of the two emperors (Augusti). Decree of the senate. Consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.78–23.38 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
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 celebrate Rome's millennium, which led to the creation of this coin. The coin's design also includes the goddess Roma and various other symbols and motifs that reflect the emperor's efforts to promote Roman culture and tradition.
