ATTICA. Athens. Circa 420s BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 21 mm, 17.15 g). Head of Athena to right, wearing disc earring, pearl necklace and a crested Attic helmet adorned with three olive leaves and a spiral palmette. Rev. ΑΘΕ Owl standing to right, head facing the viewer; to left, olive sprig and crescent moon; all within incuse square. Agora 8c ff. Svoronos, Trésor pl. 16, 22 ff. An attractive, toned, example. Minor flan crack, otherwise, extremely fine.
From an American collection, acquired from the late George Beach in October 1995.
Price realized | -- |
Starting price | 1'000 CHF |
Estimate | 1'250 CHF |