© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Dolphin 550 BC - 500 BC
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Olbia (Skythia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 500 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Size | 42 mm |
| Shape | Other |
| Technique | Cast |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170811 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Leaping dolphin with dorsal fin, pectoral fin and raised lateral line
Interesting fact
The Dolphin coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Olbia, which was located in the region of Skythia (modern-day Ukraine). The coin features an image of a dolphin on one side and a wheel on the other, and it was made of bronze. What's interesting is that the dolphin image on the coin was not just a decorative element, but it also had a specific meaning. In ancient Greek mythology, dolphins were associated with the god Poseidon, who was revered as the protector of the sea and the harbors. The image of the dolphin on the coin may have symbolized the city's connection to the sea and its reliance on maritime trade.
