Marcianopolis Pentassarion - Philip II as caesar, 244 – 247
ΜΑΡΚΙΑΝΟΠΟΛΕΙ/ΤΩΝ; 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)
11.94
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Pentassaria from Marcianopolis. Issued from 244 to 247. Struck in Bronze. Measures 25 mm and weighs 11.94 g.
- Obverse
- Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip II, on the left, facing draped bust of Serapis, wearing kalathos, on the right.
- Reverse
- Coiled serpent (Glykon) with bearded head to left; in field to right, E.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (244-247) | — |
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