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1 Lev - Ferdinand I
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (Фердинанд I) (1887-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1916 |
| Value | 1 Lev |
| Currency | First lev (1881-1952) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Denomination above date within wreath.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1
ЛЕВЪ
1913
Translation: 1 Lev
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: БОЖЕ ПАЗИ БЪЛГАРИЯ *
Translation: God save Bulgaria
Comment
This coin was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union at a rate of 5 g of silver at 835 thousandths for 1 lev.
Interesting fact
The 1 Lev - Ferdinand I 1912-1916 coin from Bulgaria was designed by the famous Bulgarian artist, Ivan Mrkvička. Mrkvička was known for his work in various artistic fields, including sculpture, painting, and graphic design. He was also a prominent figure in the Bulgarian National Revival movement, which sought to promote Bulgarian culture and identity during the country's period of Ottoman rule. The coin's design features a portrait of Ferdinand I, the first king of Bulgaria, on one side, and the Bulgarian coat of arms on the other.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 3500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 4569000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lev - Ferdinand I 1912-1916 coin.
