Assarion - Philippus I Δ Є S•C, Antioch

€317,666.00
IssuerAntioch on the Orontes
Year244-245
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueAssarion (0.1)
CurrencyDrachm
CompositionBronze
Weight4.36 g
Dimensions20.50 mm
Thickness2.3 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) A#1085
Obverse descriptionHead of Philip I to right, radiate, draped, cuirassed.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringΑΥΤΟΚ Κ Μ ΙΟΥΛΙ ΦΙΛΠΠΟC CЄΒ
(Translation: The emperor caesar Marcus Julius Philippus august)
Reverse descriptionLarge SC; above, greek inscription; below, eagle facing with head to left, wings spread; all within wreath.
Reverse scriptGreek, Latin
Reverse letteringΔ Є S • C
(Translation: Tribunician power By decree of the Senate)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (244-245)  - -
Catalog ID2391745070
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