ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.09 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
HGC-4, 1597; Kroll-8. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. Struck on a particularly full, broad flan, this popular issue presents very little in the way of handling and offers a RARE view of the entire design, importantly including the crest on Athena's helmet.
Estimate: $700 - $1000