Persia, Achaemenid Empire, Time of Artaxerxes II to Artaxerxes III, AR Siglos, Sardes or subsidiary Mint, Circa 375-340 BC

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Greek, Persia, Achaemenid Empire, Time of Artaxerxes II to Artaxerxes III, AR Siglos (silver, 5.48g, 15.5mm), Sardes or subsidiary Mint, Circa 375-340 BC
Obv: Persian king or hero in kneeling/running stance to right, holding dagger in his right hand and bow in his left
Rev: Rectangular incuse punch
Ref: BMC Arabia pl. XXVII, 19;  Sunrise 34 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF
Note: The Achaemenid Empire, known for its vast territories and powerful rulers, issued siglos during the Persian era. The siglos served as a medium of exchange for trade and commerce, facilitating economic transactions within and beyond the empire’s borders.