Æ12 - Dolphin (49 BC - 1 BC) front Æ12 - Dolphin (49 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ12 - Dolphin (49 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Æ12 - Dolphin 49 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 2.2 g 11.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Massalia (Gaul)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
49 BC - 1 BC
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.2 g
Diameter
11.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#41474
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Dolphin, right

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Æ12 - Dolphin (49 BC - 1 BC) from Massalia (Gaul) made of Bronze weighing 2.2 g is that it features a unique design of a dolphin jumping out of the water, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Gaulish culture.