Antioch on the Orontes Tetradrachm - Philippus II, 248 – 249
ΔΗΜΑΡΧ EΞΟΥCΙΑC ΥΠΑ ΤΟ Δ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΙΑ S C; No Pellet; Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
248 – 249
Ruler
Philip II (Marcus Iulius Severus Philippus)
(247–249)
Composition
Billon
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
11.5
Diameter (mm)
25.6
Thickness (mm)
3.2
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 248 to 249. Struck in Billon. Measures 25.6 mm and weighs 11.5 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip II, right, seen from rear (Imperator Caesar Marcus Julius Philippus Augustus)
- Reverse
- Eagle facing open wings, head to left with wreath. ([De march Exovsias (Tribunicia Potestas) UPATO [Consul] 4. Antioch Senatus Consulto [By decree of the senate])
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (248-249) | — | Antioch, Syria |
Mentioned in the community 0
No mentions yet.