Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) front Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) back
Æ (350 BC - 330 BC) photo
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Æ 350 BC - 330 BC

 
Bronze 106.00 g 65 mm
Description
Issuer
Olbia (Skythia)
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
References
Numista
N#427771
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.