Attica, Athens, AR tetradrachm, 454-404 BC, "owl," mounted owl-side out in 14K gold bezel with shackle bail. 22.64 grams total. Helmeted head of Athena right / Owl standing right, head facing, spread tail feathers; olive sprig to left; all within incuse square; banker's mark between owl and legend. Nicely toned VF, full details on a small thick flan, sturdy mount with five big prongs. With photo-certificate.
($800-1200)