ROMAN EMPIRE | PHILIP II AS CAESAR SILVER ANTONINIANUS (AD 244–247)

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Title: ROMAN EMPIRE | PHILIP II AS CAESAR SILVER ANTONINIANUS (AD 244–247)

Description: The Historical Narrative: Dynastic ContinuityStruck during the reign of his father, Philip the Arab, this Antoninianus presents the young Philip II as Caesar. This coinage was essential for establishing the legitimacy of the new dynasty, portraying the young heir as a "Prince of Youth" and a future pillar of the state. This specific issue commemorates a Liberalitas (imperial bounty), showing the young Caesar participating in the official distribution of wealth alongside his father to secure the loyalty of the Roman populace.

Iconography and Artistry.
The Obverse: Features a sharp, radiate, and draped bust of Philip II as a youth. The radiate crown identifies him with the sun god, a standard feature for the Antoninianus denomination. The Reverse: Depicts Philip I and Philip II seated together on curule chairs , emphasizing their joint authority and the stability of the imperial house. The legend LIBERALITAS AVGG II refers to the second imperial distribution of his father's reign.

Date/Period: AD 244–247

Materials: Silver

Dimensions: 22 mm

Reserve: $60.00

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Very Fine (Ch. VF)

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ROMAN EMPIRE | PHILIP II AS CAESAR SILVER ANTONINIANUS (AD 244–247)

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