Bulgaria 5 leva Birth of Poet Peio Javoroff PR67 PCGS silver coin 1978

The Bulgaria 5 Leva silver commemorative coin issued in 1978 is dedicated to the birth of the celebrated Bulgarian poet Peio Javoroff, one of the most influential figures of Bulgarian symbolism and early modern literature. His poetry, deeply emotional and philosophically charged, left a lasting mark on Bulgarian culture, reflecting themes of love, freedom, inner conflict, and national destiny.

The obverse presents a powerful left-facing portrait of Peio Javoroff, rendered with expressive realism. His intense gaze, distinctive mustache, and sharply modeled facial features convey the depth and sensitivity of a poet whose life and work were inseparable. Along the rim runs the Cyrillic inscription with his name, while the dates “1878–1914” appear to the right, marking his lifespan and commemorative context. A beaded border frames the composition, enhancing its classical appearance.

The reverse displays the emblem of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria, featuring a crowned heraldic lion within a wreath of wheat ears, topped by a star. Below the emblem are the dates “681–1944,” symbolizing Bulgarian statehood, with the year “1978” and the denomination “5 leva” clearly inscribed. The circular legend “Narodna Republika Bulgaria” completes the design.

Struck in silver with a Proof Deep Cameo finish, this coin is certified PCGS PR67 DCAM. A refined literary tribute and a historically meaningful issue, it is an excellent addition to collections focused on poetry, cultural figures, and Bulgarian numismatics.

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