ATTICA. Athens. AR Tetradrachm (16.98 gms), ca. 454-404 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Marks. Kroll-8; HGC-4, 1597. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent to left; all within incuse square. Slightly off-center on the obverse, this piece nevertheless features a great rendition of Athena and a well centered reverse. A few light marks are noted in the obverse field, but are well hidden on account of an attractive cabinet tone and hints of seafoam green.
