Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction 22-26 Aug 2022
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ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.20 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
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. Very well struck and fairly well centered, this enticing "Athenian owl" offers a light gray hue to the toning as well as a good deal of shimmering brilliance radiating from the protected areas. Quite tantalizing and alluring.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500
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. Very well struck and fairly well centered, this enticing "Athenian owl" offers a light gray hue to the toning as well as a good deal of shimmering brilliance radiating from the protected areas. Quite tantalizing and alluring.
Estimate: $1000 - $1500