Ancient Resource
Greek Bronze Dolphin Money // 5th Century BC
Product Description
Ancient Greece. Sarmatia, Olbia, 5th century BC. Nice bronze cast dolphin money. Nice form with dorsal fin, pronounced rostrum (snout), lateral line and large round eye visible. L: 24mm, weighs 1.09 grams. ref: Sear-1684 for type. Olive-green patina. Olbia, on the shores of the Black Sea is now part of Ukraine. The ancient Olbians worshipped Delphinus, the sacred, playful fish-god of the sea. Before the introduction of struck circular coins, their cast-bronze coinage was crafted in the shape of a leaping dolphin.
Product Details
- Measurements
0.9375"L x 0.25"W x 0.0625"H
- OriginGreece
— Ex Tom Mann, Saint Paul, MN.
— Product Weight: 1.09g
Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation