Sestertius - Philippus II PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS S C

€282,456.00
IssuerRoman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Year244-246
TypeStandard circulation coins
ValueSestertius (1/8)
CurrencyAntoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301)
CompositionBronze
Weight18.9 g
Dimensions30.5 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC IV.3#257, OCRE#ric.4.ph_i.257
Obverse descriptionBust of Philip II, bare-headed, draped, right.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringM IVL PHILIPPVS CAES
(Translation: Marcus Iulius Philippus Caesar. Marcus Julius Philip, Caesar.)
Reverse descriptionPhilip II, in military attire, standing right, holding transverse spear in right hand and globe in left hand.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringPRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS S C
(Translation: Principi Juventutis. Senatus Consultum. To the prince of the youth. Decree of the senate.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (244-246)  - -
Catalog ID6306658030
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