Drachm - Philip V (Pella) (184 BC - 179 BC) front Drachm - Philip V (Pella) (184 BC - 179 BC) back
Drachm - Philip V (Pella) (184 BC - 179 BC) photo
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Drachm - Philip V Pella 184 BC - 179 BC

 
Silver 3.95 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
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
References
Numista
N#186228
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.