Philip The Arab Antoninianus
RIC IV Philip I 90 · 244 AD-249 AD
Obverse
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Obverse
IMP PHILIPPVS AVG
Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right
Reverse
AETERNITATI AVGG
Sol, radiate, standing front, head right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand
About This Type
This RIC IV Philip I 90 is an antoninianus of Philip The Arab (244 AD-249 AD). The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing front, head right, raising right hand and holding globe 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is RIC IV Philip I 90?
- RIC IV Philip I 90 is a Silver Antoninianus of Philip The Arab (244 AD-249 AD) cataloged under RIC vol. IV no. IV Philip I 90.
- How do you identify RIC IV Philip I 90?
- The obverse depicts Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right with the inscription IMP PHILIPPVS AVG. The reverse depicts Sol, radiate, standing front, head right, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand with the inscription AETERNITATI AVGG. Portrait type: radiate.
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