2 Leva - Boris III (Essai) 1925 front 2 Leva - Boris III (Essai) 1925 back
2 Leva - Boris III (Essai) 1925 photo
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2 Leva - Boris III Essai

1925 year
Copper-nickel 4.97 g 22.95 mm
Description
Issuer
Bulgaria
King
Boris III (Борис III) (1918-1943)
Type
Pattern
Year
1925
Value
2 Leva
Currency
First lev (1881-1952)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.97 g
Diameter
22.95 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#186079
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Denomination above date. Below, a knotted wreath of roses (Rosa damascena), laurel (Laurus nobilis) and wheat (Triticum aestivum).

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ESSAI
2
ЛЕВА
1925

Translation:
Trial
2
Leva
1925

Comment

According to Heritage Auctions, fewer than 5 examples are thought to exist.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Leva - Boris III (Essai) 1925 is a rare coin that was minted in very small quantities, with only 200 pieces produced. This makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists, particularly those interested in Bulgarian coinage.