Lot 1745

Sale 131 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Attica, Athens, (393-300 B.C., but c. 350-300 B.C.), silver tetradrachm, (17.14 g), obv. head of Athena to right wearing ivy crested helmet, eye in profile, rev. owl standing to right, head facing, in erect posture, olive twig and crescent behind, to right, **AQE* all in incuse square, (S.2537, cf.Kroll 15, BMC 144, Kraay (Coins of Ancient Athens) Pl. IV, 5, SNG Cop. 63). Nice grey tone, bankers mark on cheek, otherwise nearly extremely fine.

Ex Maurice Collection.

Estimate
$300
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$420

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