Ancient Greek Silver Coin Athena Owl
DocuJewel® 39260.2
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Greek Athenian “Owl” coin. Silver tetradrachm. I
- Front— The worn head of Athena facing right, wearing a crested helmet. Parts of her helmet and facial profile survive.
- Back—An owl standing right, its head facing the viewer, with an olive sprig and crescent to the left. Portions of ΑΘΕ, meaning “of the Athenians,” remain to the right.
Owl
Attica Athens
AR tet
330-300 BCE
SNG cop 1245
Babylon Mint
Metal: Silver
Circa: 330-300 BCE
Measurements:
22x20mm
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Greek Athenian “Owl” coin. Silver tetradrachm. I
- Front— The worn head of Athena facing right, wearing a crested helmet. Parts of her helmet and facial profile survive.
- Back—An owl standing right, its head facing the viewer, with an olive sprig and crescent to the left. Portions of ΑΘΕ, meaning “of the Athenians,” remain to the right.
Owl
Attica Athens
AR tet
330-300 BCE
SNG cop 1245
Babylon Mint
Metal: Silver
Circa: 330-300 BCE
Measurements:
22x20mm