Bulgaria 50 leva 1300th Anniversary of Republic PR67 PCGS silver coin 1981

The Bulgaria 50 Leva 1981 silver coin was issued to commemorate the 1300th Anniversary of the Bulgarian state, one of the most significant milestones in the nation’s history. Struck in 1981 with a denomination of fifty leva, this commemorative issue reflects the cultural, historical, and ideological themes emphasized during the jubilee celebrations of Bulgarian statehood.

The obverse features a powerful artistic composition depicting a mother holding her child. The figures are rendered in a calm, monumental style, symbolizing continuity, care, and the future of the nation. Behind them, radiating lines create a visual aura that enhances the emotional depth of the scene. A beaded border surrounds the design, adding definition and balance to the polished proof surface.

On the reverse, the Bulgarian state emblem is prominently displayed, consisting of a heraldic lion within a wreath, crowned by a star. The emblem is flanked by stylized wheat ears and laurel branches tied with a ribbon, symbolizing labor, prosperity, and victory. Below, the denomination fifty leva is clearly engraved, accompanied by the anniversary dates and a circular legend that emphasizes the commemorative nature of the issue. A dotted rim frames the entire composition.

Struck in silver and preserved in Proof condition, this coin is certified by PCGS as PR67 Deep Cameo, highlighting strong contrast between mirrored fields and frosted devices. As part of Bulgaria’s iconic 1300th anniversary series, it is a meaningful and visually striking addition to any collection of European commemorative numismatics.

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