PERSIA, Alexandrine Empire. Time of Stamenes - Seleukos, satraps of Babylon, circa 328-311 BC. Double Daric (Gold, 20 mm, 16.69 g). Persian king, wearing kidaris and kandys, in the kneeling/running stance to right, with a quiver over his shoulders, holding a short spear in his right hand and a bow in his left; in the field to left, ΛY; in the field at the lower right, M. Rev. Wavy-patterned oblong punch. Nicolet-Pierre 1. SNG Berry 1455. Very rare. Attractive and clear. Partially flat struck as usual, otherwise, about extremely fine.
From a European Collection, acquired prior to 2005.