Obverse: IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I facing right.

Reverse: ROMAE AETERNAE, Roma seated to left, holding Victory and sceptre, shield at side.

RIC IV 44b; RSC 169. [Rome, AD 244-247].

Diameter: 23 mm. Weight: 3.9 g.

A beautiful silver antoninianus of Philip I struck in Rome circa AD 244-247. The reverse depicts Roma Victrix seated, a shield by her side, a spear in her left hand, and a figure of Victory in her right. The accompanying legend reads ROMAE AETERNAE (To Eternal Rome). A superb, near mint condition example with sharp details and attractive toning.