Offered is a gold-backed 20 Leva note, issued in 1904 by the Bulgarian Central Bank, PICK#9. Owing to high rates of redemption (and resulting attrition), early Bulgarian notes are invariably tricky, especially in reasonable condition, with this example retaining considerable vibrancy and crispness despite some circulation-related pinholes. An appealing note which presents very well for the grade level.
Offered is a gold-backed 20 Leva note, issued in 1904 by the Bulgarian Central Bank, PICK#9. Owing to high rates of redemption (and resulting attrition), early Bulgarian notes are invariably tricky, especially in reasonable condition, with this example retaining considerable vibrancy and crispness despite some circulation-related pinholes. An appealing note which presents very well for the grade level.