Attica, Athens, AR tetradrachm "owl," 454-404 BC. SNG Cop. 31; Starr pl. XXII, 7. 17.19 grams. Helmeted head of Athena right, with frontal eye / Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. Lustrous and choice example, full of fine detail. Coins minted in Athens were among the most trusted throughout the ancient world.
($1500-2250)