Bulgaria 10000 leva Euro Rhyton Rider of Madara PR69 PCGS silver coin 1998

This 1998 Bulgaria 10,000 Leva Euro Rhyton – Rider of Madara silver coin, graded PCGS PR69 Deep Cameo, stands among the finest examples of Bulgaria’s numismatic artistry in the late 20th century. The reverse presents the legendary Madara Rider, a national emblem carved into a cliff during the early medieval period and now celebrated as a UNESCO World Heritage monument. The rider, the poised horse, the hunting dog and the defeated lion are rendered in crisp proof detail, surrounded by the inscription “РЕПУБЛИКА БЪЛГАРИЯ • 1998 • 10 000 ЛЕВА.”

The obverse symbolizes Bulgaria’s cultural and economic orientation toward Europe. A bold EURO inscription dominates the field, accompanied by the map of Europe and the exquisitely modeled Thracian rhyton, a reminder of Bulgaria’s ancient Thracian roots. Twelve stars encircle the design, linking history with modern European identity.

Struck in proof silver with deep-mirror fields and frosted reliefs, this PR69 coin offers near-flawless preservation and exceptional visual contrast, making it a premium collectible within the series.

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