CVC & Collectables presents this Saecular Games issue, AD 247-49 Roman Empire Phillip II Saecular Games Issue AE Sestertius, was issued during the reign of Philip II, the son of Philip the Arab, to commemorate the Saecular Games in AD 248. Graded Choice Very Fine (CH VF) by NGC, this coin is part of a special series celebrating the 1,000th anniversary of the founding of Rome. Philip II was elevated to Caesar and later Augustus alongside his father.
Coin Highlights:
- Issuer: Philip II
- Date: AD 247-249
- Denomination: AE Sestertius (Bronze)
- Obverse: The obverse typically features a bust of Philip II, radiate and draped, with inscriptions reflecting his imperial titles such as “IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG”.
- Reverse: Depicting a European Elk. The Saecular Games celebrated the eternal existence of Rome, linking Philip II and his father to Rome’s divine destiny.
- Grade: NGC Choice Very Fine (CH VF), meaning the coin has a strong level of detail, especially in the portrait and reverse imagery, with even wear across the surfaces.
- Composition: Bronze
Collectibility:
Coins commemorating the Saecular Games are highly sought after due to their historical significance in celebrating one of the most important anniversaries in Roman history. This AE Sestertius of Philip II, with its Saecular Games imagery, is an excellent piece for collectors interested in Roman imperial celebrations and propaganda. The CH VF grade ensures that the coin’s details, particularly the portrait of Philip II and the reverse design, are well-preserved, making it an attractive and valuable piece of ancient Roman coinage. Find more alike here!
