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1 Lev 1st Coat of Arms
1962 year| Copper-nickel | 4.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1946-1990) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1962 |
| Value | 1 Lev (1 BGL) |
| Currency | Third lev (1962-1999) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value, date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1
ЛЕВ
1962
Translation: 1 Lev
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Lev coin from Bulgaria, which was minted in 1962, features the first coat of arms of Bulgaria on its obverse side. This coat of arms was designed in 1961 and features a lion standing on a shield with the Bulgarian flag on it. The lion is a symbol of courage, strength, and royalty, and it has been a part of Bulgarian heraldry for centuries. The use of this coat of arms on the coin was a way to showcase Bulgaria's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lev (1st Coat of Arms) 1962 coin.
