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Bulgaria 1 Lev 1910 Ferdinand I България Silver coin

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 Bulgaria 1 Lev 1910 Ferdinand I България Silver coin see video:  https://facebook.com/coincombinat.net/videos/1356869622202284/ The Bulgaria 1 Lev 1910 Ferdinand the First Silver Coin is a historically significant and collectible numismatic item, struck during the reign of Ferdinand the First of Bulgaria. Here’s an overview of its background, design, and numismatic appeal: Historical Context Issuing Country: Bulgaria Year of Issue: 1910 Monarch: Ferdinand the First of Bulgaria Reign: Ferdinand the First ruled Bulgaria from 1887 to 1918. In 1908, he proclaimed Bulgaria’s full independence from the Ottoman Empire and declared himself Tsar (King). The 1 Lev coin from 1910 marks a period of rising national pride and modernization, with Bulgaria asserting its sovereignty in the Balkans. Coin Specifications Denomination: 1 Lev Material: Silver (.835 fine) Weight: Approx. 5 grams Diameter: ~23 mm Edge: Reeded Mint: Vienna Mint (Austria), as Bulgaria did not yet have its own mint at ...

Coins from North Korea 2002 FAO Food Security Won, Chon

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  Coins from North Korea 2002 FAO Food Security Won, Chon see video: https://facebook.com/coincombinat.net/videos/1682484385709094/ Coins and numismatics from North Korea (officially the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, DPRK ) offer a unique and often politically charged area of collecting. Though the country has a relatively small and controlled monetary system, its coinage—particularly its commemorative issues —is surprisingly diverse and of interest to collectors worldwide for both historical and ideological reasons . 🇰🇵 Overview of North Korean Coinage Circulating Currency Official currency: North Korean Won (₩) , subdivided into 100 chon . Modern ISO code: KPW First issued: 1947 (shortly after liberation from Japan and Soviet occupation) Key Dates in Circulating Coinage: 1947: First coins issued (in chon and won denominations). 1959, 1970s, 1980s: Updated designs with changes in national symbols and denominations. 2002 & 2009: Monetary reva...

Coins from Germany, German Numismatics, Münzen aus Deutschland, Deutsche...

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Coins from Germany, German Numismatics German numismatics — the study and collection of German coins — reflects a rich and complex history that spans centuries of political change, economic evolution, and artistic expression. From the fragmented coinage of the Holy Roman Empire to the standardized euro coins of today, Germany's coinage tells the story of its transformation as a nation. 1. Early Coinage and the Holy Roman Empire (c. 10th–1806) During the Middle Ages, Germany was part of the Holy Roman Empire, a decentralized entity with hundreds of states, each minting its own coins. This period is marked by a diversity of currencies, including: Pfennigs : Silver coins commonly minted by local lords. Thalers : Large silver coins used across Europe and precursors to the U.S. dollar. Bracteates : Thin silver coins issued in Central Germany, often with intricate designs. Each region's coinage varied in weight, purity, and design, reflecting its relative autonomy. 2...