For sale is a Roman Provincial billon tetradrachm of Philip I “the Arab”, struck at Antioch during his reign from AD 244–249.

The obverse shows the bust of Philip I, and the reverse shows the Antioch eagle type, with eagle standing with wreath in beak.

Details:

  • Emperor: Philip I “the Arab”, AD 244–249
  • Denomination: Billon tetradrachm
  • Mint: Antioch
  • Region: Syria, Seleucis and Pieria
  • Metal: Billon / silvered billon
  • Weight: 9.36 g
  • Diameter: 28 mm
  • Obverse: Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right
  • Reverse: Eagle standing with wreath in beak
  • Condition: Fine/VF detail in my opinion

The coin has a recognisable portrait and identifiable reverse type. There are rough/patchy ancient surfaces, deposits, wear and age-related marks visible, as shown in the photographs.

Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. The coin shown is the exact coin you will receive.

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