Philip I. AD 244-249. AR Antoninianus (23mm, 3.96 g, 11h). Ludi Saeculares (Secular Games) issue, commemorating the 1000th anniversary of Rome. Antioch mint. 2nd series, 2nd issue.Electronic Auction 475 The McAlee Collection – Gordian III to Philip II, Silver Sold For $ 180. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Philip I. AD 244-249. AR Antoninianus (23mm, 3.96 g, 11h). Ludi Saeculares (Secular Games) issue, commemorating the 1000th anniversary of Rome. Antioch mint. 2nd series, 2nd issue. IMP PHILIPPVS AVG, radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / SAECVLVM NOVVM, hexastyle temple; in center, statue of Roma left, holding scepter. Bland Study 52; cf. RIC IV 25b (Rome mint); cf. RSC 198 (same); CNG E-458, lot 589 (same obv. die). Faint porosity. Near EF. Rare reverse type for issue. |