PERSIA. Achaemenidae. Time of Artaxerxes II to Darios III, ca. 375-336 B.C. AV Daric (8.29 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Scuff.
Carradice Type-IIIb; Sunrise-39 corr. (references). Obverse: Persian king or hero, wearing kidaris and kandys, and with quiver over shoulder, in kneeling-running stance right, holding spear and bow; Reverse: Incuse punch with rough pattern. Rather well centered and elegant, this charming specimen presents an olive-gold hue on each side.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Ex: Salton-Schlessinger FPL (Fall 1958) Lot # 7.
Estimate: $1250 - $1750