Bulgaria 10000 leva Euro Rhyton Rider of Madara PR67 PCGS silver coin 1998

The 1998 Bulgarian 10,000 Leva “Euro – Rhyton & Rider of Madara” silver coin, graded PCGS PR67 Deep Cameo, is an exquisite fusion of Bulgaria’s ancient cultural roots and its place within the European family. The reverse (shown as obverse in the PCGS holder) depicts the celebrated Madara Rider, Bulgaria’s UNESCO-listed medieval relief. The mounted horseman, rendered with remarkable depth, thrusts forward as a lion runs beneath the horse, symbolizing victory and state power. The frosted contours stand out sharply against deep mirrored fields, while the circular legend “Република България · 1998 · 10000 ЛЕВА” frames the central image with elegant symmetry.

The other side displays a bold modern composition dedicated to Europe: a finely textured map of the European continent, surrounded by twelve stars, and paired with a beautifully engraved Thracian rhyton — a ceremonial vessel connected to Bulgaria’s ancient Thracian civilizations. The inscription “EURO” crowns the design, merging historical identity with contemporary European symbolism. The high-polish Proof surfaces amplify every detail, making the rhyton, stars and map appear almost sculptural.

Struck in silver with exceptional contrast and preserved in PR67 quality, this coin uniquely bridges ancient Thracian heritage, medieval Bulgarian statehood and modern European themes. A visually striking and historically rich piece, it is a superb addition to advanced world and Bulgarian numismatic collections.

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