An exceptional Sarmatian cast medallion with star and crescent

An exceptional find of a so-called Sarmatian coin imitation in the form lead amulet came to light at Martfű. The obverse is decorated with bust facing left, reverse usual crescent and star motif. piece cast loop an elaborate frame decoration segmented rims resembling Roman disc fibulae that were popular Sarmatians. These types coins have so far been known only as pierced or looped copper alloy primarily from Middle Tisza region, although finds outside Carpathian Basin also recently discovered. This new sheds on role significance imitations their society.