© Salon Numizmatyczny Mateusz Wójcicki
© Salon Numizmatyczny Mateusz Wójcicki
Dolphin 520 BC - 400 BC
| Bronze | 1.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Olbia (Skythia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 520 BC - 400 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Size | 27 × 8 mm |
| Shape | Other (Dolphin) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406491 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Leaping dolphin with a long nose, dorsal fin, radial line and bulbous eye.
Comment
Distinctive shape, large raised radial line, often goes up at an angle into the dorsal fin as well.
Can have such lines on both sides or more uniface as shown here.
Weight and dimensions vary.
Interesting fact
The Dolphin coin from Olbia (Skythia) is interesting because it features a unique design, with a dolphin on one side and a wheel on the other. This design is believed to represent the connection between the sea and the land, and the wheel may symbolize the wheel of fortune or the cycle of life. Additionally, the use of bronze in the coin's construction was a common practice in ancient times, as it was a durable and accessible material. Overall, this coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and traditions of ancient Olbia and the Skythian people.
