Antioch on the Orontes Assarion - Philippus I, 244 – 245
Δ Є S•C; Antioch
Information
Country
Antioch on the Orontes
Antioch on the Orontes
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Assarion - Philippus I
Year
244 – 245
Ruler
Philip I (Marcus Iulius Philippus)
(244–249)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.36
Diameter (mm)
20.5
Thickness (mm)
2.3
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Assarion - Philippus I from Antioch on the Orontes. Issued from 244 to 245. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20.5 mm and weighs 4.36 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Philip I to right, radiate, draped, cuirassed. (The emperor caesar Marcus Julius Philippus august)
- Reverse
- Large SC; above, greek inscription; below, eagle facing with head to left, wings spread; all within wreath. (Tribunician powerBy decree of the Senate)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (244-245) | — |
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