Exceptional Classical Owl

Sale: CNG 76, Lot: 466. Estimate $3000.  Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2007.  Sold For $3550. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

ATTICA, Athens. Circa 449-404 BC. AR Tetradrachm (17.17 g, 11h). Helmeted head of Athena right / Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig and crescent behind; all within incuse square. Kroll 8; SNG Copenhagen 31. Superb EF, beautifully toned. Well centered with most of the crest visible.