Lot 29
Attica. Athens, after 449 BC. AR Tetradrachm (17.21 g). We would grade this coin a superb Extremely fine. Head of Athena right, in ornamented, crested helmet. Reverse: Owl right, ethnic and olive sprig in fields. Starr pl. xxii, 2'. Sharp strike on larger flan, showing much of the helmet's crest; scarce thus. Attractively toned. NGC graded About Uncirculated.
Probably the most identifiable and beloved of all Greek coins, the owls of Athens were treasured when first minted, just as they are today, 2500 years later. They were produced in immense numbers during most of the fifth century BC; their consistent weight and fineness of metal was appreciated all over the Greek world.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
Illustrated in Money of the World, coin 4.
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