ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.11 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. HGC-4, 1597; Kroll-8; SNG Cop-31. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. Displaying some charming centering of strike upon each side, this Mint State example presents exceptional brilliance as well. NGC notes that this example is "perhaps an Eastern issue." Ex: "Parliament Collection".
