Philip V; head of Helios/thunderbolt in wreath
60,00 €
Description
Macedonian Kingdom, Philip V (221 – 179 BC). Struck 183-2 BC. Radiate head of Helios right / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΦIΛIÎ Î OY above and below winged thunderbolt, monogram above, all within oak wreath.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE23 |
| Weight [g]: | 8,20 |
| Grade: | aVF/gF |
| Attribution: | SNG Cop 1258 |
| Commentary: | scarce; dark patina, some deposits, well centered |
Historical Context
Helios depicted on this coin is the major deity of Rhodes, Philip's fierce opponent in the Aegean and direct reason for Second Macedonian War.
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