Antioch on the Orontes Octassaria - Philippus I, 244 – 249
Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Octassaria - Philippus I
Year
244 – 249
Ruler
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus)
(244–249)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.16
Diameter (mm)
29.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Octassaria - Philippus I from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 244 to 249. Struck in Bronze. Measures 29.3 mm and weighs 14.16 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I to the right.
- Reverse
- Turretted, veiled and draped bust of Tyche left, above, ram leaping left with head facing rearward.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (244-249) | — |
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