PERSIA. Achaemenidae. Xerxes I to Darios II, ca. 485-420 B.C. AV Daric (8.33 gms), Sardes Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 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. Featuring the typical oblong-shaped flan, this issue exhibits very little in the way of handling, all while retaining a good deal of brilliance and only a few light deposits.