Lot 2015

Description

Philip I, (A.D. 244-249), AE sestertius, Rome mint, (19.444 grams), issued 247-9, obv. laureate draped and cuirassed bust to right, around IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG, rev. Annona standing left, modius at feet, holding corn ears and cornucopia, around ANNONA AVGG, S C across the field, (S.2591, RIC 168a, C.26). About as struck, extremely fine, dark green patina.

Ex Classical Numismatic Group Triton I Sale, December 1997 (lot 1606).