- Bulgaria has finalized designs for its national euro coins.
- Designs feature symbols like the Madara Horseman, St. Ivan Rilski, and Paisius of Hilendar.
- All coins include EU elements: 12 stars, “BULGARIA” in Cyrillic, and the year 2026.
- The 2-euro coin has a unique edge inscription: GOD PROTECT BULGARIA.
- Designs approved by the EU Council in February 2024.
- Bulgaria aims for euro adoption by 2026, but the official date is not confirmed.
- Coins have a common European side and a national side.
- 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, and 50-cent coins feature the Madara Horseman.
- 1-euro coin depicts St. Ivan Rilski.
- 2-euro coin showcases Paisius of Hilendar.
- Optional inscriptions include Cyrillic spellings of euro and stotinka.
- Designs reflect Bulgaria’s identity and align with EU regulations.
- Bulgaria’s minting authority, Monet Dvor EAD, finalized artistic revisions.
- Euro coins will pair national sides with a common EU design.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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