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1 Lev 2nd Coat of Arms
| Nickel brass | 4.1 g | 25.2 mm |
| Issuer | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1946-1990) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1979-1990 |
| Value | 1 Lev (1 BGL) |
| Currency | Third lev (1962-1999) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 25.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12359 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Denomination above the date flanked by wheatears
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1
ЛЕВ
1979
Translation:
1
Lev
1979
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Most of the coins from 1988 and 1989 were melted down.Interesting fact
The 1 Lev coin from Bulgaria, which was in circulation from 1979 to 1990, features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin bears the image of a stork, which is a symbol of fertility and prosperity in Bulgarian culture. This design was chosen to represent the country's rich cultural heritage and its connection to nature.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1990 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lev (2nd Coat of Arms) 1979-1990 coin.
