The Derrones – Hand-Struck Silver Dodecadrachm Replica

Overview & Craftsmanship

This sterling silver Thracian Tribes’ AR dodekadrachm of the Derrones is a modern, hand-struck replica of the celebrated ancient Greek issue originally struck in Thrace between 480–465 BC, featuring the iconic Corinthian helmet design. Each piece is individually hammered in solid silver using traditional striking methods, producing irregular flans, varied relief, and surface character comparable to ancient originals.

Unlike cast or machine-pressed copies, hand-struck replicas retain the depth, texture, and individuality characteristic of ancient coinage.

Historical & Numismatic Background

• The Derrones (or Deroni, Derroni) were a Thracian or a Paionian tribe. Our knowledge of them comes from coins bearing variations of the legend of DERRONIKON (ΔΕΡΡΟΝΙΚΟΝ) – DERR (ΔΕΡΡ). The letters used in the coins are Greek, although this does not prove that the Derrones spoke the same language as their southern neighbours. These coins, which were perhaps made for export as much as for internal trade, are traditionally dated to 500-450 BC.
• Based on numismatic evidence, and especially coin hoards, there are two theories regarding the geographic position of the tribe.
  The first theory claims that they should be placed in the central Balkans, in the northern part of North Macedonia (at the Upper Strymon valley), while the second theory considers that this tribe, at least at the time of the striking of the inscribed coins (i.e. early 5th century), was based in an area further to the south.

Numismatic References:

This replica is inspired by ancient issues documented in standard numismatic references, including:

– Unpublished in standard references type

Technical Details & Variations

Type: The Derrones dodecadrachm replica

Denomination represented: AR Dodecadrachm

Authority / Mint: Thrace

Era represented: 480-465 BC

Material: Sterling silver (AR)

Weight: 40.57gr

Dimensions: 37.0mm

Manufacturing method: Hand-struck (hammered)

Obverse: Cuirassed bust right, wearing triskele earring and crested Corinthian helmet raised on the crown of the head; three stars around
Legend:
Anepigraphic

Reverse: Male figure, wearing kausia and light robes, driving an ox cart to right, holding goad in his right hand. Above, crested Corinthian helmet, below, a plant
Legend:
ΔΕRRONIKON in retrograde

Due to the traditional hand-striking process, variations in weight, diameter, strike, and surface are expected.

Availability & Variations

When listed as “Add to Cart,” the coin shown in the photographs is the exact piece you will receive.

When listed as “Order Now,” the coin will be hand-struck to order. Each newly struck piece will differ slightly in appearance, reflecting the traditional minting process.

Intended Use

Suitable for:

– collectors of ancient and historical coinage

– academic or educational reference

– museum or exhibition display

– historically accurate reenactment

– high-quality numismatic gifts

Replica Disclaimer

This item is a modern, hand-struck replica inspired by ancient coinage. It is not an original ancient coin.