Kings of Macedon, Philip III Arrhidaios, AE Circa 323-310 BC, Shield / Helmet

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Greek,  Kings of Macedon, Philip III Arrhidaios, 323-317 BC, Uncertain Mint in western Asia Minor, AE (bronze, 3.77g, 17.1mm), Circa 323-310 BC
Obv:  Macedonian shield; on boss, head of Herakles facing slightly to right, wearing lion skin headdress
Rev: Macedonian helmet; to lower left, monogram; to lower right, kerykeion
Ref: Price 2803 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (some deposit on the reverse otherwise, nice patination)
Note: The Kings of Macedon were the ruling monarchs of the ancient kingdom of Macedon, located in northern Greece. Philip III Arrhidaios, also known as Philip III of Macedon, was the half-brother of Alexander the Great. He became king of Macedon after Alexander’s death in 323 BC, though his reign was largely overshadowed by the influence of his regents and generals.