PHILIP I, First Christian Emperor, Eagle. and 44 similar items

Right Click picture and select "View/Open image..." to Enlarge. Ancient Roman Silver Coin PHILIP I ~ Tetradrachm P H I L I P I 244 - 247 AD BI Tetradrachm. Antioch mint. Rare Fourth Consulate, Struck AD 249. 28mm 11.59gm (Larger than a U.S. Quarter which is 24mm and only 5.7gm). Obverse: AVTOK K M IOY?I ?I?I??OC C?B, radiate (crowned), cuirassed bust right; seen from the front. Reverse: ?HMAPX ??OVCIAC V?ATO ?, ANTIOXIA / SC, eagle standing right, holding wreath in beak, with wings spread. Ref. Prieur 448. VF, typical minor porosity--much nicer in hand as images truly need to be redone. Scarce ~ Only 22 in Prieur Early Christian writers maintain that Philip was the first Christian emperor ( Otacilia the 1st Christian Empress), an assertion which is indeed supported by some of his actions made more likely as he came from an area where large numbers of Christians were found-born in small Arabian town called Shahba (El-Leja in southwest Syria)--hence, the nickname "the Arab", 45 miles southeast of Damascus in Trachonitis. ~ . ~ . ~ OUR GUARANTEE: All illustrations are of the actual item offered. The authenticity of all pieces is fully guaranteed for life. Any item ever shown otherwise may be returned unaltered for full refund less shipping. Additionally, If any item purchased is not to your satisfaction you may return it unaltered within 30 days of purchase for a full refund less shipping. We also guarantee absolute discretion and confidentiality in all transactions. All images and description Copyright 2016-17 ZEUS GALLERY ~ May not be used without permission. ID zeus_gallery. Images are not actual size ~ Please see description for actual measurements.