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Q. Marcius Q.n. Philippus. 129 B.C. AR denarius (17.4 mm, 3.72 g, 8 h). Helmeted head of Roma right, monogram behind / Q · PILIPVS / ROMA, Macedonian horseman galloping right, holding spear; to left, Macedonian helmet. Crawford 259/1; Sydenham 477; RSC Marcia 11. Toned VF.
The horseman on the reverse is most likely supposed to depict king Philip V of Macedon, a word play on the moneyer's name.
The horseman on the reverse is most likely supposed to depict king Philip V of Macedon, a word play on the moneyer's name.