PERSIA. Achaemenidae. Xerxes II to Artaxerxes II, ca. 420-375 B.C. AV Daric (8.33 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC MS★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.Sunrise-28; Carradice-Type IIIb, Group C. Obverse: Persian hero/king in kneeling/running stance right; Reverse: Incuse punch. Featuring a splendidly centered strike and beaming with brilliant luster, this Mint State daric exudes tremendous eye appeal to the viewer. The detail is bold and well defined, often difficult to fully present on these oblong flans. A decided cut above that which is normally encountered, and worthy of intense focus and consideration.
