1,000 levs, 1997
Singing Bulgarian Child
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The obverse features the centrally placed nominal value number ‘1000’, with the word ‘ЛЕВА’ (levs) and the year of issue ‘1997’ below. Above, on two lines, is the inscription ‘РЕПУБЛИКА БЪЛГАРИЯ’ (Republic of Bulgaria). The composition is framed by a stylised wreath of roses, tied with a ribbon |
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The reverse of the coin depicts a singing girl in a national costume in front of a Bulgarian Revival house, and the UNICEF emblem to the left. Below, in a semicircle is the inscription ‘ЗА ДЕЦАТА НА СВЕТА’ (For the children of the world). |
SPECIFICATIONS | |
Year of issue |
1997 |
Nominal value |
1,000 levs |
Metal |
Ag 925/1000 |
Quality |
proof, mint state |
Weight |
23.33 g |
Diameter |
38.61 mm |
Edge |
flat |
Mintage |
25,000 |
Minted in |
Sofia, Bulgaria |
Artistic design |
Elena Todorova and Ivan Todorov |