Philip The Arab Antoninianus, Hexastyle reverse
RIC IV Philip I 244 · 244 AD-249 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
Reverse
Seminar für Alte Geschichte, Universität Freiburg
Obverse
IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG
Bust of Philip II, radiate, draped, cuirassed, left
Reverse
SAECVLVM NOVVM
Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre
About This Type
This RIC IV Philip I 244 is an antoninianus of Philip The Arab (244 AD-249 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 4.41g, 24mm diameter.
About the Antoninianus
The antoninianus (also called the radiate or double-denarius) was introduced by Caracalla in 215 AD. Identified by the radiate crown on the emperor's portrait, it was nominally worth two denarii. The denomination underwent severe debasement during the third-century crisis, becoming essentially bronze by the 260s.
About the Antiocheia Syria Mint
Antiocheia (modern Antakya, Turkey) was one of the major eastern mints, operating from the Seleucid period through the late Roman Empire. It produced large volumes of silver and bronze coinage for the eastern provinces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Philip I 244?
- RIC IV Philip I 244 is a Silver Antoninianus of Philip The Arab (244 AD-249 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Philip I 244.
- How do you identify RIC IV Philip I 244?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Philip II, radiate, draped, cuirassed, left with the inscription IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG. The reverse depicts Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma in centre with the inscription SAECVLVM NOVVM. Portrait type: radiate.
- What are the physical specifications of RIC IV Philip I 244?
- RIC IV Philip I 244 was struck in Silver, standard weight 4.41g, diameter 24mm, die axis 6 h, struck.
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