Bulgaria 500 leva European Community St.Theodor Stratilat PR67 PCGS silver 1993

The Bulgaria 500 Leva 1993 silver coin is an impressive commemorative issue dedicated to the European Currency Unit (ECU), the monetary unit that laid the groundwork for the future euro. Issued by the Republic of Bulgaria in 1993 with a denomination of five hundred leva, this coin reflects the country’s economic and cultural dialogue with Europe during a transformative era.

The obverse features a powerful and stylized portrait of Saint Theodore Stratilat, presented frontally with a calm yet solemn expression. His long hair and flowing beard are rendered in a fragmented, mosaic-like composition, evoking medieval Byzantine iconography and early Christian art. The background is formed by irregular stone-like geometric elements, enhancing the sense of antiquity and spiritual strength. To the right of the saint’s image, the denomination “500 ЛЕВА” appears in Cyrillic, sharply contrasted against the deep mirrored field.

The reverse is devoted to the European Currency Unit. At the center is the elegant “ecu” monogram, with the year 1993 placed below. Surrounding the central motif is a circle of twelve five-pointed stars, symbolizing European unity and cooperation. The outer ring bears inscriptions identifying the Republic of Bulgaria, reinforcing the coin’s international and monetary theme.

Struck in silver with Proof quality, this coin is certified by PCGS as PR67 Deep Cameo, displaying exceptional contrast, crisp details, and strong visual appeal. As part of Bulgaria’s early European-themed coinage, it represents both artistic mastery and monetary history, making it a compelling addition to a serious collection.

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