Watch List notes:

PERSIA. Achaemenidae. Time of Darios I to Xerxes II, ca. 485-420 B.C. AV Daric (8.27 gms), ca. 485-420 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.

Carradice-Type IIIb; Sunrise-24. Obverse: Persian king or hero in kneeling-running stance right, holding spear and bow; Reverse: Incuse rectangular punch. Displaying brilliant and shimmering golden luster, this entrancing issue from the height of Persia demonstrates both a strong strike and problem-free surfaces, with very minimal evidence of handling.

Estimate: $1250 - $1750