10 Leva (Bachkovo Monastery) 2013 front 10 Leva (Bachkovo Monastery) 2013 back
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10 Leva Bachkovo Monastery

2013 year
Silver (.925) 23.33 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Bulgaria
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2013
Value
10 Leva 10 BGN = USD 5.64
Currency
Fourth lev (1999-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
23.33 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#52226
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

The reverse features the Bachkovo Monastery and two angels with a Virgin Mary icon of the fresco above the monastery gate; the inscription ‘БАЧКОВСКИ МАНАСТИР • УСПЕНИЕ БОГОРОДИЧНО’ (Bachkovo Monastery • The Assumption) in circumference.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
БАЧКОВСКИ МАНАСТИР
• УСПЕНИЕ БОГОРОДИЧНО •

Translation:
Bachkovo Monastery
The Assumption

Engravers: Plamen Chernev, Evgeniya Tsankova

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Bachkovo Monastery, which is depicted on the coin, is one of the largest and oldest Orthodox monasteries in Bulgaria. It was founded in the 11th century and has been a significant cultural and religious center ever since. The monastery is known for its stunning architecture, which features a mix of Byzantine, Romanesque, and Bulgarian Revival styles. It's also home to numerous works of art, including frescoes, icons, and wood carvings. The monastery has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013  3000 - - - - - -

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