Perseus; shield/harpa
Description:
Macedonian Kingdom, Perseus (179 - 168 BC). Macedonian shield with wheel-ornament (star) at the centre / Harpa, BA EP above, monograms below.
Diameter:
AE18 mm
Weight:
5,64 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
Sear 6809 var; Portolos Collection 1152
Commentary:
bronze surfaces, die break on obverse
History:
The Third Macedonian War ended with the defeat of Perseus in the Battle of Pydna in June 168 BC; Perseus was deposed, and Macedonia was divided into four republics.
Article Number:
009-06-05-41652