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Æ 350 BC - 330 BC
Bronze | 106.00 g | 65 mm |
Issuer | Olbia (Skythia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 350 BC - 330 BC |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 106.00 g |
Diameter | 65 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Cast |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#427771 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sea eagle standing left, wings spread and head right, on dolphin left; OΛBIH above.
Script: Greek
Lettering: OΛBIH
Comment
Karyshkovskij p. 400, pl. VIII, 27; Anokhin (1989) 77.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Scythian cultural influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Greek profile of a bearded man, likely a representation of the Greek god Dionysus, 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.