Antioch on the Orontes Octassaria - Philippus II, 247 – 249
Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Octassaria - Philippus II
Year
247 – 249
Ruler
Philip II (Marcus Iulius Severus Philippus)
(247–249)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.25
Diameter (mm)
28.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Octassaria - Philippus II from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 247 to 249. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28.5 mm and weighs 16.25 g.
- Obverse
- Laurelled, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip II Augustus on the right, seen from three-quarters back; two globules below the bust.
- Reverse
- Bust of the Tyche of Antioch, tourelé, veiled, draped on the right, surmounted by a ram leaping to the right, turning its head to the left; in the exergue, a star.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (247-249) | — | Antioch |
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