Roman Empire - Philip I the Arab (244-249 A.D.)
Silver antoninianus (4.50 g 23 mm). Minted in Rome, AD 244.

IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust of Philip I right/

VIRTVS AVG, Virtus seated left on cuirass, holding branch and inverted spear.

RIC 53; RSC 240.

Near extremely fine condition. Original shine still remaining in many areas.