PHILIP I
244–249 AD
Marcus Julius Philippus, known as Philip the Arab, rose from provincial origins to become emperor after the death of Gordian III. His reign was marked by diplomatic efforts to stabilise Rome’s eastern frontiers and by the lavish celebration of the empire’s millennium in AD 248. Despite attempts at moderation and reform, Philip faced mounting military and political pressures, culminating in rebellion by Decius. Defeated in battle in AD 249, he was killed by his own troops. His coinage is abundant and varied, reflecting themes of prosperity, piety, and imperial legitimacy.
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WRS 6374 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. AEQVITAS AVGG. Aequitas standing left holding scales and cornucopiae. RSC 9.
£60.00
WRS 6375 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. AEQVITAS AVGG. Aequitas standing left holding scales and cornucopiae. RSC 9.
£55.00
WRS 6378 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. AEQVITAS AVGG. Aequitas standing left holding scales and cornucopiae. RSC 9.
£50.00
WRS 4844 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. AEQVITAS AVGG. Aequitas standing left holding scales and cornucopiae. RSC 9.
£50.00
WRS 6381 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. ANNONA AVGG. Annona standing half-left, holding cornucopiae and ears of corn over modius. RSC 25.
£60.00
WRS 5974 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. ANNONA AVGG. Annona standing half-left, holding cornucopiae and ears of corn over modius. RSC 25.
£45.00
WRS 6382 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. ANNONA AVGG. Annona standing half-left, holding cornucopiae and ears of corn over prow. RSC 32.
£65.00
WRS 6384 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. P M TR P III COS P P. Felicitas standing left holding caduceus and cornucopiae. RSC 124.
£65.00
WRS 7143 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. P M TR P III COS P P. Felicitas standing left holding caduceus and cornucopiae. RSC 124.
£65.00
WRS 6385 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. P M TR P III COS P P. Felicitas standing left holding caduceus and cornucopiae. RSC 124.
£60.00
WRS 6386 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. P M TR P III COS P P. Felicitas standing left holding caduceus and cornucopiae. RSC 124.
£55.00
WRS 6389 — Antoninianus
Ar Antoninianus. ROMAE AETERNAE. Roma seated left, holding Victory and sceptre; shield at side; altar in front. RSC 170.
£60.00
