The tetradrachm, an ancient silver coin valued at four drachmas, emerged as a leading denomination within the Greek world. Various Greek city-states struck their own versions, each displaying imagery tied to local heritage and pride. The tetradrachms produced in Attica, Athens, were especially respected for their artistic design and uniform silver quality, establishing them as reliable trade currency across the Mediterranean basin. Today, Attica Athens AR Tetradrachm Coins from the 4th century BCE are available in Choice Extremely Fine condition from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Attica was the historic region of central Greece that encompassed Athens and its surrounding territory, covering approximately 2,400 square kilometers of peninsular land extending into the Aegean Sea. This region provided Athens with crucial agricultural resources, including grain, olives, and grapes, as well as valuable silver deposits from the mines at Laurium that helped fund Athenian naval power and public works. The deme system organized Attica into local districts that formed the basis of Athenian democracy, connecting rural communities with the urban center.
These Attica, Athens AR Tetradrachms were produced between 440 and 404 BCE. Each coin is a Choice Extremely Fine specimen, making it one of the most beautiful coins in the XF range. The coins have complete details with minor wear on some of the high points. Most importantly, these specimens earned the NGC’s 5/5 grade for surface quality. This grade points to the post-production condition of the coins, with each one surviving circulation use with minimal impact on the luster of the coin, as well as little corrosion and abrasion.
Despite their age, these tetradrachms display remarkable beauty, often with silver-bright surfaces and satin textures. Many examples show gentle champagne-colored toning, while others may reveal faint blue hues in the metal.
The obverse design of Attica Athens Tetradrachms features the goddess Athena in right-profile, while the reverse shows the sacred owl, an olive branch, and a crescent moon, along with the ΑΘΕ inscription linking the coin to Athens.
Please contact JM Bullion with any questions about ancient silver coins. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.

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The tetradrachm, an ancient silver coin valued at four drachmas, emerged as a leading denomination within the Greek world. Various Greek city-states struck their own versions, each displaying imagery tied to local heritage and pride. The tetradrachms produced in Attica, Athens, were especially respected for their artistic design and uniform silver quality, establishing them as reliable trade currency across the Mediterranean basin. Today, Attica Athens AR Tetradrachm Coins from the 4th century BCE are available in Choice Extremely Fine condition from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
Attica was the historic region of central Greece that encompassed Athens and its surrounding territory, covering approximately 2,400 square kilometers of peninsular land extending into the Aegean Sea. This region provided Athens with crucial agricultural resources, including grain, olives, and grapes, as well as valuable silver deposits from the mines at Laurium that helped fund Athenian naval power and public works. The deme system organized Attica into local districts that formed the basis of Athenian democracy, connecting rural communities with the urban center.
These Attica, Athens AR Tetradrachms were produced between 440 and 404 BCE. Each coin is a Choice Extremely Fine specimen, making it one of the most beautiful coins in the XF range. The coins have complete details with minor wear on some of the high points. Most importantly, these specimens earned the NGC’s 5/5 grade for surface quality. This grade points to the post-production condition of the coins, with each one surviving circulation use with minimal impact on the luster of the coin, as well as little corrosion and abrasion.
Despite their age, these tetradrachms display remarkable beauty, often with silver-bright surfaces and satin textures. Many examples show gentle champagne-colored toning, while others may reveal faint blue hues in the metal.
The obverse design of Attica Athens Tetradrachms features the goddess Athena in right-profile, while the reverse shows the sacred owl, an olive branch, and a crescent moon, along with the ΑΘΕ inscription linking the coin to Athens.
Please contact JM Bullion with any questions about ancient silver coins. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.