Marcianopolis Pentassarion - Philip II as Caesar, 244 – 247
Marcianopolis
Information
Country
Marcianopolis
Marcianopolis
Currency
Reform of Caracalla Antoninianus
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Pentassaria
Year
244 – 247
Ruler
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus)
(244–249)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.01
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentassaria from Marcianopolis. Issued from 244 to 247. Struck in Bronze. Measures 25 mm and weighs 12.01 g.
- Obverse
- Draped and cuirassed bust of Philip II right and draped and turreted bust of Sarapis left facing eachother.
- Reverse
- Hermes leaning left, head slightly right; to right, E (mark of value) above caduceus.
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (244-247) | — | Marcianopolis |
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