Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2022 NYINC Auction 14-16 Jan 2022
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ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.16 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
HGC-4, 1597; Kroll-8; SNG Cop-31. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. This choice example of the popular type is exceptionally well struck, far beyond the norm, with only faint hints of wear on the broad flan. A light tone covers this issue, with hints of luster that peek through.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
HGC-4, 1597; Kroll-8; SNG Cop-31. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. This choice example of the popular type is exceptionally well struck, far beyond the norm, with only faint hints of wear on the broad flan. A light tone covers this issue, with hints of luster that peek through.
From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.
Ex: Ars Classica XV (6/1930) Lot # 690.
Estimate: $800 - $1200