Achaemenid Persia Gold Daric (c. 5th Century BC) AU NGC (4/4)
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This Persian Gold Daric was issued in the time of Darius I to Xerxes II. Much of this Gold coinage was melted during the conquests of Alexander the Great.
This Gold Daric is more than 2,400 years old and introduced by Darius the Great of Persia between 522 BC and 486 BC. These were used until the invasion of Alexander the Great in 330 BC. Upon invasion, darics were melted down and recoined as coins of Alexander, which makes Persian darics quite rare.
Coin Highlights:- Gold Daric. Approximately 8.35 grams. 14 mm.
- Encapsulated and graded Almost Uncirculated by NGC authenticates and protects the condition of the coin.
- Strike: 4/5, Surface: 4/5.
- Obverse: Features a kneeling king or hero holding a bow and spear.
- Reverse: Depicts an oblong incuse punch.
An outstanding example of Gold coinage that is more than 2,400 years old. Add this well preserved example to your cart today! - Specifications
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| Grade | Almost Unc |
| Mint Mark | N/A - Not Available |
| Strike | 4/5 |
| Surface | 4/5 |
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