Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) front Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) back
Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) photo
© Image B. Brabich, July 2012.

Æ 350 BC - 330 BC

 
Bronze - 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Olbia (Skythia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 330 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Diameter
65 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Cast
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170854
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

OΛBIH, eagle standing right on dolphin, head turned back, wings spread, palm branch above Y below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
OΛBIH
Y

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) from Olbia (Skythia) made of Bronze is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Scythian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Greek profile of a bearded man, while the reverse side features a Scythian-style horse and rider, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred between the two civilizations during this time period.