Attica, Athens Mint, AR Tetradrachm, Circa 454-404 BC

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Greek,Ā  Attica, Athens Mint, AR Tetradrachm (silver,17.13g ,27mm), Circa 454-404 BC
Obv: Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet ornamented with three olive leaves above visor and spiral palmette on the bowl, round earring with a central boss, and pearl necklace
Rev: Owl standing to right with head facing, olive sprig and crescent behind, Ī‘Ī˜Ī• before; all within incuse square
Ref: Kroll 8; Dewing 1591-8; SNG Copenhagen 31 Rarity/Choice: Common, EF
Note: The silver tetradrachm minted in Attica, Athens, circa 454-404 BC, represents a pinnacle of ancient Greek numismatic art and is an iconic symbol of Athenian democracy and cultural achievement during the Classical period. These coins, struck in high-quality silver and featuring the iconic owl on the obverse and the goddess Athena on the reverse, were widely circulated throughout the Mediterranean and served as a symbol of Athens’ economic power and cultural influence.

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