Attica, Athens AR Tetradrachm. Circa 454-404 BC. Head of Athena right, wearing crested Attic helmet ornamented with three olive leaves above visor and spiral palmette on bowl, round earring with central boss, and pearl necklace; c/m's to cheek / Owl standing to right with head facing, olive sprig and crescent behind, ΑΘΕ before; c/m's in right field; all within incuse square. Kroll 8; Dewing 1591-8; SNG Copenhagen 31. 16.88g, 25mm, 9h.
Very Fine. Interesting piece with Eastern countermarks applied.