Bulgaria 20 leva Liberation from Ottoman Yoke PR69 PCGS silver coin 1988

The Bulgarian 20 Leva silver commemorative coin issued in 1988 is dedicated to the Liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman rule, marking the historic events of 1878 that restored Bulgarian statehood after centuries of foreign domination. This issue stands as a powerful artistic and historical statement, blending national memory with refined numismatic craftsmanship.

The reverse presents a dramatic high-relief scene of Bulgarian revolutionaries and volunteers gathered beneath a raised banner. A central heroic figure rises above the crowd, symbolizing leadership and sacrifice, while surrounding figures carry rifles and flags, forming a dense and emotionally charged composition. The circular Bulgarian inscription honors the liberation from Ottoman rule, with the date “1878” prominently placed at the bottom. The obverse features the denomination “20 Leva,” the year “1988,” and the emblem of the Bulgarian National Bank, depicted as a stylized monument framed by a detailed laurel wreath border, reinforcing the official commemorative nature of the coin.

Struck in silver with a prooflike deep cameo finish, this example is certified by PCGS as PR69 DCAM, reflecting exceptional preservation, strong contrast, and outstanding eye appeal. Part of Bulgaria’s late-20th-century historical commemorative series, this coin is highly desirable for collectors of European history, liberation movements, and top-grade certified silver issues.

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