This silver drachm (medium-valued silver coin) was minted between 184-179 BC at either Amphipolis or Pella (cities in ancient Macedonia, northern Greece) during the reign of King Philip V.
Front Side: Features the diademed (royal headband) head of King Philip V facing right
Back Side: Displays a club (weapon associated with Heracles) with a monogram above and two monograms below, all enclosed within an oak wreath
Technical Details:
Size: 19.5mm diameter
Weight: 3.99 grams
Material: Silver (AR)
References: Mamroth, Philip-26, HGC-, 1060
Historical Significance: Philip V was one of the last significant kings of Macedon before it fell to Roman domination. During his reign, he attempted to maintain Macedonian power against the growing influence of Rome, but was ultimately defeated in the Second Macedonian War (200-197 BC). The club symbol on this coin references Heracles (Hercules), from whom the Macedonian royal house claimed descent, while the oak wreath symbolizes Zeus, king of the gods. These symbols were intended to reinforce Philip's divine lineage and legitimacy as ruler during a period when his kingdom was under increasing pressure from Roman expansion.
This silver drachm (medium-valued silver coin) was minted between 184-179 BC at either Amphipolis or Pella (cities in ancient Macedonia, northern Greece) during the reign of King Philip V.
Front Side: Features the diademed (royal headband) head of King Philip V facing right
Back Side: Displays a club (weapon associated with Heracles) with a monogram above and two monograms below, all enclosed within an oak wreath
Technical Details:
Size: 19.5mm diameter
Weight: 3.99 grams
Material: Silver (AR)
References: Mamroth, Philip-26, HGC-, 1060
Historical Significance: Philip V was one of the last significant kings of Macedon before it fell to Roman domination. During his reign, he attempted to maintain Macedonian power against the growing influence of Rome, but was ultimately defeated in the Second Macedonian War (200-197 BC). The club symbol on this coin references Heracles (Hercules), from whom the Macedonian royal house claimed descent, while the oak wreath symbolizes Zeus, king of the gods. These symbols were intended to reinforce Philip's divine lineage and legitimacy as ruler during a period when his kingdom was under increasing pressure from Roman expansion.
