PERSIA. Achaemenidae. Darios I to Xerxes II, ca. 485-420 B.C. AV Daric (8.16 gms), Sardes Mint, ca. 485-420 B.C. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 3/5 Surface: 4/5.
Carradice Type IIIb; Sunrise-24. Obverse: Persian king or hero, wearing kidaris and kandys, quiver over shoulder, in kneeling-running stance right, holding spear and bow; Reverse: Incuse punch. Struck on a fairly compact flan, this bright yellow gold example charms with a great original nature.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500