Bulgaria 25 leva Seoul Olympic Games High Jump PR68 PCGS silver coin 1988

The Bulgaria 25 Leva 1988 silver coin commemorates the Seoul Olympic Games, honoring one of the most elegant and demanding athletic disciplines: the high jump. Issued by the People’s Republic of Bulgaria, this coin forms part of the country’s Olympic commemorative program dedicated to the Games of the XXIV Olympiad, reflecting both sporting excellence and refined numismatic artistry.

The reverse depicts a high jumper captured at the peak of motion, arching the body backward over the bar in a classic Fosbury Flop technique. Horizontal lines beneath the athlete symbolize the bar and stadium structure, enhancing the sense of height, balance, and precision. Above the figure appears the Olympic emblem with the five rings and a stylized floral symbol, while the Cyrillic inscription “XXIV ЛЕТНИ ОЛИМПИЙСКИ ИГРИ” curves along the upper rim. At the bottom are the date “1988” and the denomination “25 ЛЕВА,” seamlessly integrated into the design. Frosted relief elements stand out sharply against mirrored fields, emphasizing movement and athletic form.

The obverse features the state emblem of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria, with a heraldic lion inside a wreath of wheat ears, topped by a star and bound with ribbons. Below the emblem are the historic dates “681 – 1944,” while the inscription “НАРОДНА РЕПУБЛИКА БЪЛГАРИЯ” encircles the composition, reinforcing the official character of the issue.

Struck in silver with deep cameo contrast, this coin is certified by PCGS as PR68 DCAM, ensuring excellent preservation and visual appeal. A superb addition for collectors of Olympic memorabilia, athletics-themed coins, and Bulgarian commemorative silver.

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