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Struck in the late 5th to 4th century BC, the Achaemenid gold daric stands among the earliest imperial coinages to circulate across three continents. At 8.36 grams, this example conforms closely to the long-maintained Persian standard, underscoring the administrative discipline that allowed the empire’s gold to function as a trusted medium from Anatolia to Mesopotamia. Its survival in Choice Extremely Fine condition preserves both artistry and intent.
The obverse depicts the Persian hero-king in active motion, gripping a bow while brandishing a spear. Rather than a static portrait, the figure embodies royal vigor and divine sanction, projecting authority through action. This martial imagery communicated power instantly, even to those outside the empire’s linguistic reach, reinforcing the king’s role as warrior, protector, and guarantor of order.
The reverse is stark by design: a simple incuse punch, functional and unadorned. This restraint places full emphasis on the obverse image and the intrinsic value of the gold itself. Together, image and metal express a political message as much as an economic one—an empire confident enough to let its power speak plainly.
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