Philip The Arab Collection

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying King Philip I, 246. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying King Philip I, 246

Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Empress Marcia Otacilia Severa, 248, issued by Emperor Philip the Arab

Coin Portraying King Philip I, 244-249. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying King Philip I, 244-249

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 247. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 247

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 248. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 248

Coin Portraying Philip the Arab, 244-249. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Philip the Arab, 244-249

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 246. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 246

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 244-249. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Philip the Arab, 244-249

Iulius Philippus, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955654 Iulius Philippus, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach

Relief depicting the Victory of King Shapur I over Philip the Arab and Emperor Valerian
476203 Relief depicting the Victory of King Shapur I over Philip the Arab and Emperor Valerian (limestone) by Persian, (3rd century); Naqsh-e Rustam

Portrait of Roman Emperor Philip the Arab
6039733 Portrait of Roman Emperor Philip the Arab. by Netherlandish School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Emperor Marcus Julius Philippus, 204-249)

Bust of Philip the Arab, 3rd cen. AD. Artist: Art of Ancient Rome, Classical sculpture
Bust of Philip the Arab, 3rd cen. AD. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Bronze coin of Phillip the Arab, a Roman Emperor (204-249)

Portrait bust of the Roman Emperor Philip the Arab, c mid 3rd century. Marcus Julius Philippus Augustus, known as Philip the Arab (c204-249) was declared Emperor after the death of Gordian III

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"Philip the Arab: A Mysterious Emperor in Ancient Rome" In the vast annals of Roman history, one figure stands out as an enigmatic ruler - Philip the Arab. Although not widely known today, this emperor left behind a trail of intriguing artifacts that shed light on his reign. Coins minted during Philip's rule offer glimpses into his life and times. One such coin is a Sestertius portraying King Philip I from 246, its creator unknown. Another Antoninianus coin showcases Empress Marcia Otacilia Severa in 248, possibly hinting at her influence over Philip's decisions. The coins also depict various images of Philip himself. A Sestertius from 247 shows him with an inscrutable expression, while another from 248 captures his regal visage. These coins were likely used to spread propaganda and reinforce his authority. Beyond numismatic evidence, other historical artifacts provide further insights into this mysterious emperor. An illustration from "Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et" features Iulius Philippus, potentially offering clues about his lineage or family connections. A relief depicting the victory of King Shapur I over both Philip and Emperor Valerian raises questions about military defeats suffered during his reign. What led to these losses? Was it due to internal strife or external threats? Artistic representations also contribute to our understanding of Philip's physical appearance and stature as a leader. A portrait reveals a man with strong features and piercing eyes - attributes befitting an emperor who sought to command respect and loyalty. Lastly, a bust created by Art of Ancient Rome showcases Philip in all his glory - capturing the essence of power that he wielded during the third century AD. While much remains shrouded in mystery regarding this lesser-known Roman emperor, these artifacts offer tantalizing hints about who he was and how he ruled.