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Philip V, 220 – 179. He allied with Hannibal to menace Rome on their Eastern front. This coin is thought to have been struck in the final years of the Second Punic War. Rome would soon embark on Macedonian Wars that culminated in Roman armies "liberating" most of Greece within the lifetimes of veterans of this war.
Tetradrachm, Pella (?) circa 202-200, AR 16.49 g. Head of young Perseus l., wearing winged griffin-headed helmet, sword on his r. shoulder, in centre of Macedonian shield. Rev. BAΣIΛEΩΣ – ΦIΛIΠΠOY Club within oak-wreath; in l. field, monograms.
NGC has certified 24 tetradrachms of Philip V of all types as of June 16, 2023.
Ex Swiss Banc Corporation Sale 6, April 19, 1980, Lot 48