ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (17.18 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.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. An exceedingly well-produced example of the iconic "owl" Tetradrachm. Perfectly centered on a broad round flan, it presents an exceptional strike with a nearly full crest on Athenas helmet. Rich cabinet tone suggests many years spent on a collectors tray.To view all items from the Peter Jones M.D. Collection, click <a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?sort=auction_date_lot_number_asc&search=From+the+Peter+Jones+M.D.+Collection.&limit=96&lots_range=upcoming"> here.</a>From the Peter Jones M.D. Collection (Greek Coin Art pg. 115; #2943).
