Attica. Athens. Circa 430s-420s BC. Drachm (Silver, 14 mm, 4.27 g, 9 h). Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet adorned with olive leaves and palmette. Rev. ΑΘΕ Owl standing to right, head facing the viewer; to left, olive sprig and crescent moon; all within incuse square. Agora 10e ff. SNG Copenhagen 41. Svoronos pl. 11, 20. A lovely toned piece struck on a broad flan. Minor mark on the obverse, otherwise, extremely fine. Ex Gallery 51, 17 October 2014, 27, bought privately in the 1980s from the Drees Gallery in Brussels.
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 3'200 CHF |
Estimate | 4'000 CHF |