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5 Leva Kosse Bosse
2011 year| Silver (.500) | 23.33 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Bulgaria |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1990-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 5 Leva 5 BGN = USD 2.82 |
| Currency | Fourth lev (1999-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 23.33 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48259 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
The reverse of the coin features a coloured composition of the fairy tale ‘Kosse Bosse’. Circumferentially there go ‘БЪЛГАРСКИ НАРОДНИ ПРИКАЗКИ’ (BULGARIAN FOLKTALES) and ‘КОСЕ БОСЕ’ (KOSSE BOSSE).
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
БЪЛГАРСКИ НАРОДНИ ПРИКАЗКИ
КОСЕ БОСЕ
Translation:
Bulgarian Folktales
Kosse Bosse
Engraver: Vassil Popov
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Leva (Kosse Bosse) 2011 coin from Bulgaria is a unique coin that features a distinctive shape, known as a "kosse bosse" or "cupped coin." This shape is achieved by minting the coin with a concave surface, giving it a bowl-like appearance. This design was inspired by traditional Bulgarian pottery and is a nod to the country's cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 6000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Leva (Kosse Bosse) 2011 coin.
