Roman Imperial
Philip I (244-249), Antoninianus 245-247, Rome mint
Obverse: radiate and draped bust right
IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG
Reverse: Annona standing left holding corn-ears over modius and cornucopiae
Weight 4.50 g
Annona on the reverse with the inscription AVGG (Augustorum), this is the normal type for gold coins of Philip I and slightly less for silver coins. Roman emperors were used to seeking popularity by using the figure of Annona. Especially for Philip I was important aspect of his politics.
