RIC IV Philip I 40B This coin is from my personal collection. All photos were taken and edited by me. The coin you see IS the coin you will receive. Philip I, commonly known as Philip the Arab was Roman emperor from 244 to 249. He was born in Aurantis, Arabia, in a city situated in modern-day Syria. After the death of Gordian III in February 244, Philip, who had been Praetorian prefect, achieved power. Authority: Roman Empire Ruler: Philip I Year: 244-247 AD Mint: Rome AR Billon Antoninianus Weight: 2.44g Diameter: 21.5mm Obverse: Legend: IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG Type: Bust of Philip the Arab, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right Reverse Legend: PAX AETERN Type: Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and transverse spear in left hand |