Philip I (AD 244–249) Roman Empire AR Double-Denarius NGC XF

Philip I — Coinage of AD 244–249

This silver AR Double-Denarius was issued for Philip I during AD 244–249 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Philip I
• Date: AD 244–249
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AR Double-Denarius
• Metal: Silver
• NGC grade: XF — Extremely Fine (Sheldon scale equivalent 40)

Historical Context

Philip I, often called Philip the Arab, became emperor in AD 244 after the death of Gordian III during the Persian campaign. He negotiated peace and returned to Rome to secure his rule.

In AD 248, his government celebrated the traditional thousandth anniversary of Rome. Philip was defeated and killed in AD 249 during the revolt that brought Trajan Decius to power.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated AR Double-Denarius of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.