

Philip II (246-249). AE Sestertius, Ludi Saeculares issue, commemorating the 1000th anniversary of Rome, 248 AD. Obv. IMP M IVL PHILIPPVS AVG. Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. SAECVLARES AVGG SC. Goat walking left. RIC IV 264a; C. 73. 22.78 g. 32.00 mm. Scarce. Superb example with deep green patina. Minor flan crack. Gently smoothed. EF.