Antique Athena & Owl Silver Tetradrachm

Description

This spectacular tetradrachm [coin] of Athena and an owl is trimmed with 18 karat gold from the second half of … more This spectacular tetradrachm [coin] of Athena and an owl is trimmed with 18 karat gold from the second half of the 5th century. Minted in Athens. On the obverse side is the head of Athena, wearing a circular earing and a crested helmet with three olive leaves. On the reverse side, an owl faces right with letters "AOE" written down the right side. On the owl's left is an olive sprig and a lunar moon; all within an incusive square. This coin weighs 17.16 grams and is 26.10 mm. It has been inspected and approved to be authentic by a professional Numismatic who specializes in ancient coinage. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this coin. Artisan made custom jewelry - unique and one of kind!

Dimensions
1.13"w x 0.25"d x 1.63"h
(3cm x 1cm x 4cm ) less