Philip the Arab Antoninianus, Woman reverse
RIC IV Philip I 88 · 244 AD-249 AD
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG
Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
P M TR P II COS P P
Woman, standing left, holding branch in right hand and rudder in left hand, foot on globe
About This Type
This RIC IV Philip I 88 is an antoninianus of Philip the Arab (244 AD-249 AD). The reverse depicts Woman, standing left, holding branch in right hand and rudder in left hand, foot on globe.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Philip I 88?
- RIC IV Philip I 88 is a Silver Antoninianus of Philip the Arab (244 AD-249 AD) cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Philip I 88.
- How do you identify RIC IV Philip I 88?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG. The reverse depicts Woman, standing left, holding branch in right hand and rudder in left hand, foot on globe with the inscription P M TR P II COS P P. Portrait type: radiate.
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