Philip I; AR Antoninianus, Rome; Aequitas
Description:
Philip I (244 - 249 AD). AR Antoninianus, Rome mint, 244-247 AD. IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG; radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / AEQVITAS AVGG; Aequitas standing left with scales and cornucopiae.
Diameter:
AR22 mm
Weight:
3,12 g
Grade:
gVF/VF
Attribution:
RIC 27b
Commentary:
good detail, some flat area on reverse
History:
The Roman concept of Aequitas didn't actually mean "justice" but rather "fairness" or "fair dealings" - the concept beyond the letter of man-made law and used to modificate the law.
Article Number:
041-01-04-41652