1 oz Athenian Owl with Leather Pouch Replica Silver Round | Silvertowne Mint

The Athenian Owl is among the most popular and recognizable ancient coinage images. Today, it has been gorgeously redesigned as the first release of a unique new series from the Silvertowne Mint.

Secure your 1 oz Athenian Owl with Leather Pouch Replica Silver Round and grow your wealth with a modern rendition of a stunning design!

ROUND HIGHLIGHTS

• Ships individually in a leather drawstring pouch and protective packaging
• Consisting of 1 oz of 999 Fine Silver
• Obverse: Features a stunning modern rendition of the ancient Greek Athenian Owl silver coins
• Reverse: Features inscriptions for the metal weight and purity set against a blank silver field

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.

ABOUT THE SILVERTOWNE MINT

The SilverTowne Mint has become well known for producing high quality, affordable, bullion products with exceptional purity standards. SilverTowne specializes in custom minting and offers a wide range of designs. Originally starting as a small antique and coin shop, SilverTowne has grown to become one of the largest private mints in North America.