Bulgaria 1000 leva Seafaring Sailing Ship Kaliakra PR68 PCGS silver coin 1996

This Bulgaria 1000 Leva silver coin from 1996, certified PCGS PR68DCAM, pays tribute to the iconic sailing vessel “Kaliakra,” one of Bulgaria’s most celebrated maritime symbols. The reverse features an elegant depiction of the three-masted barquentine: layered sails billowing with finely engraved folds, taut rigging stretching between the spars, and a sharply profiled bow rising above stylized waves. The vertical inscription “КАЛИАКРА” adds dynamic balance and reinforces the identity of the ship. Every line of the design reflects precise craftsmanship enhanced by the mirror-black proof fields.

The obverse presents a classic Bulgarian motif. The inscription “Република България” crowns the denomination 1000 Лева and the year 1996. A lush wreath of roses and leaves frames the central text, with a ribbon motif at the base — a traditional symbol of national pride and continuity in Bulgarian numismatics. The Deep Cameo contrast of the PR68 grade gives the coin exceptional clarity, with frosted reliefs standing sharply against the reflective fields.

This beautifully preserved piece combines maritime history, national symbolism, and superb proof artistry — an outstanding acquisition for collectors of ships, seafaring themes, and Bulgarian silver commemoratives.

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