FOOTNOTES
[5] [A parasang was equal to about 3⅖ English miles.]
[6] [A daric, named after Darius, was a gold coin of about the weight of a sovereign, or five dollars. An Attic talent was valued at about £200 or $1000.]
Greek Medal
[5] [A parasang was equal to about 3⅖ English miles.]
[6] [A daric, named after Darius, was a gold coin of about the weight of a sovereign, or five dollars. An Attic talent was valued at about £200 or $1000.]
Greek Medal