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Ancient Greek Coins - Thrace - Olbia - Bronze Dolphin
Ancient Greek Coins - Thrace - Olbia - Bronze Dolphin
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Description
6th century BC, group comprising: cast 'coins' or currency pieces in the form of a bifacial dolphin. Sear 1684. 8.89 grams total. This unique type of coinage was cast in Olbia, in the Black Sea area of Thrace from the 5th to 3rd century BC; there are many varieties. The casting method employed was adopted by the Gallic Celts who originally came from this area; the dolphins were generally cast in a tree form connected by the tail, although some examples seem to have been cast individually. [[6, No Reserve]]
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Very fine; about as made.
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Ancient Greek Coins - Thrace - Olbia - Bronze Dolphin

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