Lot 4187

Sale 127 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Attica, Athens, (c.465 - 454 B.C.), silver drachm, (4.00 g), obv. head of Athena right, wearing crested helmet, rev. owl standing to right, head facing, olive twig behind **AQE* to right, (S.SG.2520, Starr Group V.B, HGC 4, 1596). Attractively toned, some smoothing and cleaning on obverse, very fine and a rare early type.

Ex Dr L.J. Sherwin Collection. Previously CNG Auction 406, lot 303. With ticket.

Estimate
$400
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$600

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