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2 Leva - Ferdinand I
| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| King | Ferdinand I (Фердинанд I) (1887-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1916 |
| Value | 2 Leva |
| Currency | First lev (1881-1952) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Denomination above date within wreath.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
2
ЛЕВА
1913
Translation: 2 Leva
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union at a rate of one Franc per Lev
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features an image of Ferdinand I, the first king of Bulgaria, who ruled from 1887 to 1918. The coin was minted during his reign, and it's interesting to note that Ferdinand I was a member of the German royal family, and his rule saw a significant increase in Bulgarian-German relations. In fact, Bulgaria declared war on Russia during World War I, aligning itself with Germany and the Central Powers. This historical context adds an extra layer of interest to the coin, making it a unique piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 2286000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Leva - Ferdinand I 1912-1916 coin.
