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The Roman Empire Philip I (AD 244-249)

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Estimated price 250 CHF
Result 250 CHF

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Description

Antoninianus. AD 248, Rome. 1h
Obv. IMP PHILIPPVS AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust to right.
Rev. SAECVLVM NOVVM, Hexastyle temple with statue of Roma seated facing in centre.
RIC IV 25b; RSC 198.
Scarce. Lightly toned. Extremely Fine.

From an old Swiss Collection started in the 19th century. This coin belongs to the Ludi Saeculares (Secular Games) issue, which commemorates the 1000th anniversary of Rome.