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500 Leva National Art Academy

1996 year
Silver (.925) 10 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Bulgaria
Period
Republic (1990-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
500 Leva (500&nbspBGL)
Currency
Third lev (1962-1999)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
1.71 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#40495
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Palette.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
НАЦИОНАΛНА ХУДОЖЕСТВЕНА АКАДЕМИЯ
100
години

Translation:
National Art Academy
100 years

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 500 Leva (National Art Academy) 1996 coin from Bulgaria is a unique piece that features a design of a woman holding a paintbrush and a palette, surrounded by various artistic symbols. The coin was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the National Art Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria. The coin's design was created by the renowned Bulgarian artist, Ivan Minekov, who was also a professor at the National Art Academy. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and art enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  30000 - - - - - -

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