Ancient Greek Coins - Thrace - Olbia - Dolphin Money
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5th-3rd century BC. A group of flat sectioned bronze dolphins with detailing of the eye, dorsal fin and tail. 18 grams, 25-33mm (1 3/4"). Sear 1684. 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. [10, No Reserve]
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Ancient Greek Coins - Thrace - Olbia - Dolphin Money
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