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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;TIF, post: 2250475, member: 56859&quot;]Larger images would be helpful, and of course the reverse as well.</p><p><br /></p><p>Also, why do you think the attribution is in error?&nbsp; Philip III did issue these types.&nbsp; Without seeing the reverse, where the name is stated, I can&#039;t say who issued your coin. Check the reverse.&nbsp; Does is read &quot;ΦΙΛΙΠΠοΥ&quot;?&nbsp; If so, it is a Philip.&nbsp; Alexander&#039;s coins read &quot;AΛΕΞΑΝΔΡοΥ&quot;.</p><p><br /></p><p>As for &quot;damage&quot;, I think I see some deep scratches on the obverse (cheek and nose).&nbsp; NGC doesn&#039;t make a big deal out of such things and in general, nor do most collectors of ancients unless the scratches significantly detract from the appeal.</p><p><br /></p><p>Seeing the ANACS holder reminds me... I was just browsing Great Collections (they offer a few ancient coins, almost always slabbed by NGC or ANACS) and am thinking of making a warning post.&nbsp; The prices they ask for their coins are generally <b>insane</b>.&nbsp; I guess they&#039;re hoping to attract collectors of modern coins (US buyers, primarily) who are accustomed to having tidy packaging and third-party grades.&nbsp; Buyer beware...[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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