Gold Daric – from the Persian Empire
$4,995.00
The gold Daric, a shimmering emblem of wealth from the Persian Empire, emerged during the reign of King Darius I in the late 6th century BC. This exquisite coin, weighing about 8.4 grams of roughly .9583 pure gold, was not just currency but a symbol of power and prestige. On one side, it showcased the image of the Persian King armed with a bow & arrow, while the reverse featured miscellaneous symbols, reflecting the empire’s grandeur.
The Daric was a game-changer for trade, weaving a tapestry of economic stability and cultural exchange across the vast reaches of the Persian empire. Its iconic design and widespread acceptance made it one of the earliest gold coins to leave a lasting legacy. Their use ended with Alexander the Great’s invasion in 330 BC; after which they were mostly melted down and recoined as Alexander the Great Gold Staters, making this group of Gold Darics even more desirable. A true treasure of antiquity, the gold Daric dazzled the ancient world and continues to captivate historians and collectors alike!
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The gold Daric, a shimmering emblem of wealth from the Persian Empire, emerged during the reign of King Darius I in the late 6th century BC. This exquisite coin, weighing about 8.4 grams of roughly .9583 pure gold, was not just currency but a symbol of power and prestige. On one side, it showcased the image of the Persian King armed with a bow & arrow, while the reverse featured miscellaneous symbols, reflecting the empire’s grandeur.
The Daric was a game-changer for trade, weaving a tapestry of economic stability and cultural exchange across the vast reaches of the Persian empire. Its iconic design and widespread acceptance made it one of the earliest gold coins to leave a lasting legacy. Their use ended with Alexander the Great’s invasion in 330 BC; after which they were mostly melted down and recoined as Alexander the Great Gold Staters, making this group of Gold Darics even more desirable. A true treasure of antiquity, the gold Daric dazzled the ancient world and continues to captivate historians and collectors alike!
