Europe’s first reserve currency was the tetradrachm, upon which was inscribed an owl. The symbol of wisdom was intended to inspire trust in the rulers of ancient Athens. Indeed, the bird ...

Athenian “Owl” tetradrachm Frank S. Robinson Greek coins include a slabbed EF Armenian Trigranes II Tetradrachm; several classic Athenian “Owl” tetradrachms in choice quality; an AEFVF Baktrian ...