Language, arts, and even behaviors can shape unique cultures. Coins, and the imagery used on these coins, can also define the different cultures around the world. While the invention of coins is still a mystery, coins being used as a form of currency is believed to have begun as early as 650 BC. Over the years that followed, coins, their unique designs, and the techniques used to make them have evolved drastically. However, one coin stands out as one of the most popular and influential – the Athenian Tetradrachm. Now, you can celebrate this design, and the history of coinage, with the 1 oz SilverTowne Athena Owl Replica Silver Coin. Order yours today at JM Bullion.

Replica Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a leather drawstring pouch!
• First in a unique SilverTowne Series!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• The obverse showcases the Athenian Owl.
• The reverse features identifying marks of the replica coin.

Your 1 oz SilverTowne Athena Owl Replica Silver Coin will arrive in a leather drawstring pouch, to preserve the condition of your silver during transit. This replica coin is the first in a unique series from SilverTowne Mint. Interestingly, SilverTowne has crafted these replica coins with techniques similar to those of over 2,000 years ago.

The obverse side of the SilverTowne Athena Owl Replica Silver Coin features the Athenian Owl. The owl is seen looking at the viewer whilst perched on a branch. Also present is a crescent moon and an olive branch to the left of the owl.

The reverse field of the 1 oz Athena Owl Replica Silver Coin displays the identifying marks of the replica coin. This includes the metal content and purity, which are displayed in the center. The rest of the design field is blank.

The design seen on the obverse is based on the Athenian Tetradrachm, one of the most influential coins ever created. The Tetradrachm originated in Ancient Greece and was equivalent to four drachmae. According to Philochorus, the Athenian Owl became the common obverse on the Tetradrachm after 510 BC. While prevalent in Athens, this coin was used throughout Greece as well as the ancient world. Coins in Ancient Greece were produced by chiseling into a die of soft iron, and then using that die to strike design elements onto a heated blank (coin or round void of any design elements.)

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