Philip, 244-249 AD. Ancient Roman Silver Double Denarius

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Philip, 244-249 AD. Ancient Roman Silver Double Denarius:
$120.00

Marcus Julius Philippus(Latin:Marcus Julius Philippus Augustus;[1]c. 204 – 249) also known commonly by his nicknamePhilip the Arab.He was born in present-daySyriato a Syrian father.Among earlyChristianwriters, Philip had the reputation of being sympathetic to the Christian faith. It was even claimed that he converted toChristianity, becoming the first Christian emperor, but this is disputed.Philip was overthrown and killed following a rebellion led by his successorDecius.Saint Quirinus of Romewas, according to a legendary account, the son of Philip the Arab.