Lot 2045
Attica, Athens. Silver Tetradrachm (17.15g), ca. 440-404 BC. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet ornamented with laurel leaves and vine. Reverse: AΘE, owl standing right, head facing, olive sprig and crescent moon behind; all within incuse square. HGC 4, 1597; SNG Cop. 31-40; Kroll 8. Boldly struck in high relief on a nice compact flan exhibiting a full crest. Delicate silver-gray tone with traces of iridescent mint luster present. NGC graded Choice AU*; Strike 5/5, Surface 4/5, full crest . Estimated Value $750 - UP
Ex Tareq Hani Collection.
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