CVC & Collectables presents a scarce silver fractional from ancient Byzantium—small in size, big in symbolism—featuring a powerful bull forepart over a dolphin and an ornate trident reverse tied to the city’s maritime identity.
Coin Highlights:
- Maker: Byzantium (Thrace), civic mint
- Date: c.357–340 BC (NGC label: c.387–340 BC)
- Catalog: SNG Copenhagen 484
- Metal: AR (Silver)
- Grade: NGC VG
- Diameter/Edge: 10mm / Edge not stated
- Obverse: Forepart of bull left over a dolphin
- Reverse: Ornamental trident head
- Type: AR Hemidrachm (1.77g)
Collectibility:
Fractional Greek silvers like this hemidrachm are highly collectible for their artistry in miniature and their strong “type” appeal. NGC certification adds confidence, and the classic bull/dolphin + trident motifs make this a standout for collectors of Thrace, Greek fractions, and early civic coinage. Find more alike here!
