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 the 5th century. This – 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!See

Styles

Classical Greek

Contemporary

Pendant Depth

10 mm

Pendant Height

41 mm

Pendant Width

29 mm

Period

15th Century & Earlier

Country of Origin

Greece

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

18K Gold

Silver

Condition

Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections

Color

Silver

Authenticity Mark

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Condition Notes

Artisan made custom jewelry – unique and one of kind!Artisan made custom jewelry – unique and one of kind!