Description: Choice Very Fine Roman Egypt Alexandria tetradrachm billon silver coin.Struck for Emperor Philip I at the Alexandria Mint.Minted in the Emperor's 4th regnal year, denoted by Greek letter Delta = 246/47 CE.Pedigree: Ex. CNA (precursor to CNG) Auction XIV, March 1991, lot 514 with ticket.Obverse: Draped bust of Emperor facing right.Reverse: Nike facing right inscribing upon shield supported on column, L Delta.Nike or Victory was the personification of military triumph by the Roman Legions.This is the only year wherein this reverse type was used for Philip or his family.A major military victory over the Carpi occurred 247 CE, this reverse may commemorate that event.Emmett 3496/4, 13.54g, approx 23mm.Certified by NGC to Ch VF, brown patina.
Price: 350 USD
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Denomination: Tetradrachm
Historical Period: Roman: Provincial (100-400 AD)
Composition: billon
Year: 246 AD
Era: Ancient
Grade: Ch VF
Country/Region of Manufacture: Egypt
Certification: NGC
