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Lot 11: ALEXANDRINE EMPIRE. Satraps of Babylonia. 328-311 BC. AV Double Daric. Rare.

AUCTION:  Pars Coins (Auction 341)

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ALEXANDRINE EMPIRE. Satraps of Babylonia under Alexander. Ca. 328-311 BC. Gold Double Daric (16.46 gm; 18 mm). Persian king, wearing kidaris and kandys, in the kneeling/running stance to right, with a quiver over his shoulders, and holding a short spear in his right hand and a bow in his left; behind to left, F?. Rev. Wavy-patterned oblong punch. Nicolet-Pierre 6; Sunrise 158var. Well struck with an interesting reverse pattern. Choice aVF/VF. Rare.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Pars Coins
  • Lot #: 11
  • Listing #: 212875
  • Closed: Monday, October 7, 2019 4:03:20 PM CT
  • Estimate: $5,000