PERSIA, Achaemenid Empire. Time of Darios I to Xerxes II, circa 485-420 BC. Daric (Gold, 16 mm, 8.37 g), struck for use in Asia Minor and the West, Sardes. Persian king in the running-kneeling position to right, holding transverse spear in his right hand and bow in his left; quiver over his shoulder. Rev. Oblong irregular incuse. BMC Arabia pl. XXIV, 26. Carradice Type IIIb A/B and pl. XIII, 27. Bold and clear. Struck from a somewhat worn obverse die, otherwise, about extremely fine.
Price realized | 1'800 CHF |
Starting price | 1'200 CHF |
Estimate | 1'500 CHF |