© Исторически погледъ върху нумизматиката на тракиискитъ царъе
© Исторически погледъ върху нумизматиката на тракиискитъ царъе
Tetradrachm - Sparadokos 445 BC - 424 BC
| Silver | 17 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Odryssa (Thracians) |
|---|---|
| King | Sparatocos (circa 450-440 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 445 BC - 424 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#236662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings facing left, and holding a serpent in its beak. Within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΠΑΡ ΑΔ ΟΚΟ
Comment
Peter p. 62 (2nd half of 5th century BC)Yourukova, 1976 #15-16
Sear Greek #1712 (ca. 425 BC)
Topalov, 2005 #61 (ca. 464-444 BC)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Sparadokos coin was used as a form of currency in the Kingdom of Odryssa, which was a Thracian kingdom located in the northern part of the Balkan Peninsula, present-day Bulgaria. The coin was made of silver and weighed 17 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. It's interesting to note that the coin's design featured an image of a mythical creature called the "Sparadokos," which was a symbol of the Thracian people and their connection to the natural world. The coin's design and the use of silver as a material reflect the advanced craftsmanship and economic systems of the Odryssian kingdom during that time period.
