UkraineAn ancient Greek colonial city founded by Ionian settlers from Miletus on the shore of the Southern Bug estuary in Ukraine [1] [2] [3]. Olbia, meaning 'the fortunate one,' became a major Black Sea trading hub, minting distinctive dolphin-shaped bronze coins [1] [2]. The city was destroyed by the Getae and abandoned by the 5th century AD [1] [2].
Pontic Olbia
Also known as: 올비아, 올비아 (우크라이나), Mint of Olbia, Olbia, Olbia-Borysthène, Olbia (colonie pontică), Olbia du Pont, Olbia (Fekete-tenger), Olbia (kolonia grecka), Olbia (Mar Negro), Olbia (Oekraïne), Olbia Pontica
| Type | City/town/settlement |
|---|---|
| Period | 1500 - 500 BC |
| Country | Ukraine |
| Coordinates | 46.6927° N, 31.9036° E |