Philip The Arab Antoninianus, Philip reverse
RIC IV Philip I 79 · 249 AD · Antiocheia Syria
Obverse
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Obverse
Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, cuirassed, left
Reverse
P M TR P VI COS P P
Philip the Arab, veiled, standing left, sacrificing over tripod out of right hand and holding wand in left hand
About This Type
This RIC IV Philip I 79 is an antoninianus of Philip The Arab (249 AD), struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint. The reverse depicts Philip the Arab, veiled, standing left, sacrificing over tripod out of right hand and holding wand in left hand.
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 79?
- RIC IV Philip I 79 is a Silver Antoninianus of Philip The Arab (249 AD) struck at the Antiocheia Syria mint cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Philip I 79.
- How do you identify RIC IV Philip I 79?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, cuirassed, left. The reverse depicts Philip the Arab, veiled, standing left, sacrificing over tripod out of right hand and holding wand in left hand with the inscription P M TR P VI COS P P. Portrait type: radiate.
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