ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.16 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
HGC-4, 1597; Kroll-8; SNG Cop-31. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. This very lustrous example of the ever-in-demand type presents both exceptional strike and surface quality, all while being drenched in toning that hits every color of the visible spectrum.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Price realized | 1'600 USD |
Starting price | 600 USD |