Thrace Apollonia Pontika AR Diobol Gorgoneion Anchor Crayfish 410-323 BC

Thrace Apollonia Pontika AR Diobol Gorgoneion Anchor Crayfish 410-323 BC

Lot 026 · Consigned by olbiacabinet

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Description

Ancient Greek. Thrace, Apollonia Pontika, circa 410-323 BC.

AR Diobol.

Obv: Facing gorgoneion.

Rev: Upright anchor; crayfish to left, A to right.

Weight: 0.7 g

Diameter: 11.4 mm

Condition: Please refer to photos for full condition.

A classic small silver issue from Apollonia Pontika on the western Black Sea coast. The obverse features a facing gorgoneion, while the reverse shows the city’s characteristic anchor type with crayfish, reflecting Apollonia Pontika’s maritime identity.