Tetradrachm of Athens
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Tetradrachm of Athens
Place of OriginGreece, Athens
Date550-480 BCE
DimensionsDiam: 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Mediumsilver coin
ClassificationMetalwork
Credit LineGift of Carl B. Spitzer
Object number
1934.9
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DescriptionObverse: head of Athena; Reverse: owl in incuse square with olive spray and waning moon.
Label TextThis coin was one of the most trusted currencies of the Greek world. The head of Athena, patron goddess of the city, and her sacred bird, the owl, symbolized Athens’ power and wealth.Comparative ReferencesSee also Kraay, Colin and Max Hirmer, Greek Coins, London, 1966, no. 363, pl. 119.about 450-423 BCE
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