LOT 3143
Attica, Athens AR Tetradrachm. Circa 546-527 BC.
Archaic head of Athena to right, wearing crested helmet decorated with chevron and dot pattern, and round earring / Owl standing to right with head facing, olive sprig behind, ΑΘΕ before; all within incuse square. Cf. Svoronos pl. 4, 31; HGC 4, 1590. Very Fine.(17.05gr, 23mm, 9h.).
ProvenanceAcquired on UK art market.
Property of a Middlesex gentleman.
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Near Very Fine.
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Illyria, Apollonia AE 22mm. Circa 1st century BC.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £34
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Near Very Fine.
Acquired on the UK art market. From the collection of Mr Carlos Bahamonde, Manchester, UK.
