ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.18 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Scratch.
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 'owl' type has argent and well struck surfaces that are very attractive despite a small scratch.
Estimate: $500 - $750