Lot 36: Attica, Athens. Ca. 454-404 B.C. AR tetradrachm.

AUCTION: Triskeles - Auction 31 (Auction 346)

Description

Attica, Athens. Ca. 454-404 B.C. AR tetradrachm (25 mm, 17.18 g, 2 h). Helmeted head of Athena right, with frontal eye / ΑΘΕ, owl standing right, head facing; above and behind, olive sprig and crescent; all within incuse square. Kroll 8; SNG Copenhagen 31. NGC Ch AU, strike: 4/5, surface: 3/5, brushed.

The brushing noted on the NGC insert seems to be confined to very light rubbing in the area between the helmet's crest and the bowl.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 36
Listing #: 198511
Closed: Friday, March 27, 2020 4:11:40 PM CT
Estimate: $500

Sold Winning Bid: $510
7 Bid(s)

Description

The brushing noted on the NGC insert seems to be confined to very light rubbing in the area between the helmet's crest and the bowl.

Lot Details

Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
Lot #: 36
Listing #: 198511
Closed: Friday, March 27, 2020 4:11:40 PM CT
Estimate: $500