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Drachm - Philip V Pella 184 BC - 179 BC
Silver | 3.95 g | 18.0 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
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King | Philip V (221 BC - 179 BC) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 184 BC - 179 BC |
Value | Drachm (1) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 3.95 g |
Diameter | 18.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#186228 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Club with monogram of ΖΩ above and those of ΜΕ and ΒΕ below. All within oak wreath with ties at the left and to left, star of eight rays
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
ΖΩ
ΜΕ ΒΕ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which was issued during the reign of Philip V of Macedonia (184-179 BC), features an image of the king on one side and the god Apollo on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange throughout the kingdom, and its design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Macedonian monarchy. The use of silver in the coin's production also signified the wealth and prosperity of the kingdom at the time.