Philip V; head of Helios/thunderbolt in wreath
Description:
Macedonian Kingdom, Philip V (221 - 179 BC). Radiate head of Helios right / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΦIΛIΠΠOY; winged thunderbolt, monogram above, two monograms below, all within oak wreath.
Diameter:
AE25 mm
Weight:
12,1 g
Grade:
VF/aVF
Attribution:
SNG Cop 1260 var; SNG ANS 1115 var. (monograms)
Commentary:
black patina, good details, reverse slightly off-center
History:
In 180 BC Philip V had his younger son Demetrios executed because of supposed plot against his other son Perseus.
Article Number:
034-05-03-41652