PHARAONIC EGYPT AR TETRADRACHM AS ATTICA, ATHENS
C.f. AJN 14 (2002), Van Alfen, pl. 12, (Kroll 8 var., HGC 4, 1597 var.), About Very Fine, once lightly polished or buffed now lightly toned, reverse test cut, 24.6mm, 16.73 grams, Struck Circa. Mid. 5th - Early 4th Century B.C.E.
Obverse: Head of Athena to right, wearing earring, necklace, and crested Attic helmet ornamented with three laurel leaves and vine scroll, circular countermark on her cheek
Reverse: Owl standing to right, head facing, olive sprig with two leaves and one berry, and crescent moon behind, AΘE to right, all within incuse square
Bold portrait and interesting style!
