While the image of the Spartan army common in the minds of modern humanity comes from the Battle of Thermopylae, as depicted in the feature film 300, the Spartan army existed well before and after this event. For more than two hundred years, Sparta was the preeminent city-state in Greece. Right now, 1 oz Silver Spartan Warrior Rounds are available to purchase online at Silver.com with their image.
Round Highlights:
- Ships to you inside of protective packaging!
- Initial design in a new Warrior Series!
- Consists of One Troy ounce of .999 fine silver.
- A Spartan warrior is depicted in battle on the obverse.
- Spartan military gear is featured on the reverse.
- Eligible for Precious Metal IRAs!
Each of the 1 oz Silver Spartan Warrior Rounds available to you in this listing comes with protective packaging to ensure the brand-new condition of the product. The Silver Spartan Warrior release is also available in a copper round and is part of an upcoming series of six different warrior-themed designs.
Commonly referred to as Sparta, the city-state was actually known as Lacedaemon during antiquity. Sparta was the name of the main settlement within the city-state and was located along the banks of Eurotas River. Sparta rose to become the most dominant military force on land by 650 BC and was generally viewed as the leading city-state as a result. During the Greco-Persian Wars, Sparta was the leading force due to its military might.
On the obverse of 1 oz Silver Spartan Warrior Rounds, you’ll find the imposing figure of a Spartan warrior leaping through the air to drive his spear into an enemy on the field of battle. In his left hand, he wields a shield to defend himself while he prepares to land a death blow with the spear in his right hand.
Spartan warriors were considered the elite forces of antiquity and for good reason. Their successes on the battlefield were the result of a lifetime of training. It is said that young boys were judged almost immediately at birth by their appearance and whether or not it was presumed they’d grow to be good warriors. In any case, Spartan males began a lifetime of military training at the age of six that included sports, lessons in tactics, and physical drills to boost stamina and strength.
The reverse of Silver Spartan Warrior Rounds includes the Corinthian helmet of Spartan warriors. Behind it, you’ll notice the spear used in the phalanx wall. The short sword and battle ax used in close combat are also depicted.
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