Bulgaria 25 leva Calgary Olympic Games Skiier PR66 PCGS silver coin 1987

The Bulgaria 25 leva 1987 coin is a silver commemorative issue dedicated to the XV Winter Olympic Games in Calgary, celebrating alpine skiing as one of the most dynamic winter sports. Issued during the socialist period with a denomination of 25 leva, this coin reflects Bulgaria’s participation in the Olympic movement and the artistic style of late 20th-century sports numismatics.

The obverse displays the emblem of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria. At the center is a heraldic lion set within a wreath of wheat ears, crowned by a five-pointed star. Below the emblem, on a ribbon, appears the historic date range “681–1944.” The circular legend reads “НАРОДНА РЕПУБЛИКА БЪЛГАРИЯ,” while the denomination “25 ЛЕВА” is placed prominently along the lower rim. The mirrored fields contrast sharply with the frosted relief, emphasizing the official state symbolism.

The reverse features a dynamic alpine skier captured in mid-descent, leaning forward with skis angled, conveying speed, balance, and athletic control. Behind the figure are geometric snowflake patterns and diagonal lines suggesting icy slopes and motion. The inscription “XV ЗИМНИ ОЛИМПИЙСКИ ИГРИ КАЛГАРИ” curves around the upper rim, with the date “1987” and the denomination “25 ЛЕВА” below. The Olympic rings are positioned at the bottom of the design.

Struck in silver and certified PR66 Deep Cameo by PCGS, this coin is a strong example of Bulgarian Olympic-themed commemoratives, appealing to collectors of winter sports and Cold War-era numismatics.

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