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Sestertius with bust of Philip II, struck under Philip I
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 244–246
Mint: Rome
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 31 mm. Weight: 19.78 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III
Accession Number1998.506
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Cuirassed, draped bust of Philip II to right.
MIVLPHILIPPVSCAES
Reverse: Philip II holding spear in left hand and trophy in right.
PRINCIPIIVVENTVTIS in field: S C
MIVLPHILIPPVSCAES
Reverse: Philip II holding spear in left hand and trophy in right.
PRINCIPIIVVENTVTIS in field: S C
ProvenanceBy date unknown: Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III Collection; gift of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius C. Vermeule III to MFA, December 16, 1998