Description: RIC IV Philip I 218d Date: 244 – 246 Mint: Rome Obverse: M IVL PHILIPPVS CAES: Bust of Philip II, radiate, draped, cuirassed, right Reverse: PRINCIPI IVVENT: Philip II, standing left, holding globe in right hand & standard in left hand. Weight: 3.90g Diameter: 25.00mm Philip II - (Latin: Marcus Julius Severus Philippus; 237 - 249), also known as Philip the Younger was the son & heir of the Roman Emperor Philip the Arab by his wife Marcia Otacilia Severa. Life - When his father became emperor in 244, the younger Philip was appointed Caesar. In 247 he became consul & was later elevated by his father to the rank of augustus & co-ruler. Their reign took place during the 1,000th anniversary of the founding of Rome & great games & spectacles were planned for the celebration. Ancient historians say that Philip the Arab & Philip II were both killed in battle by Decius in 249. Modern historians say that when news of Philip the Arab's death reached Rome, Philip II was murdered by the Praetorian Guard at the age of 12. Philip II was sole ruler of the empire for the fall of 249. He was less than 12 years old when he became emperor.
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Denomination: Antoninianus
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Composition: Silver
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Year: 246 AD
Era: Ancient
Grade: VF 35
Ruler: Philip II
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
