Attica, Athens Tetradrachm 454–404 av. J.-C.

Attica, Athens – AR Tetradrachm – circa 454–404 BC Authority / City: Athens, Attica Period: circa 454–404 BC Denomination: Tetradrachm Metal: Silver (Ag) Weight: 17.12 g Diameter: 25 mm References: Kroll 8; HGC 4, 1597; SNG Copenhagen 31 Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena facing right, wearing the Attic helmet adorned with olive leaves and floral motifs; a few small ancient punches in front of Athena's face, probably related to post-strike checks. Reverse: Owl standing to the right, head facing front; olive branch and crescent in the upper left field; legend ΑΘΕ on the right; small ancient punch in the field to the right of the owl, probably linked to an ancient coin verification. Dating: circa 454–404 BC Workshop: Athens Condition: TTB+. Very fine overall relief, fine details well preserved on Athena and on the owl’s plumage. Fine strike, sound metal. Small edge crack visible at the rim. Private collection.

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