Ivan Alexander and Michael Ansen, Bulgaria, 1331-1371 AD, AR Grosh - Very Fine 9 Piastres bright paper and good contrast

bright paper and good contrast

Notes Ruler: Vittorio Emanuele II

Total weight 4

The reverse text celebrates the reign of the Archdukes and a return of "long exiled" arts once again made the pride of Belgium under their rule

7487 oz ASW Diameter 36 mm Subject Discovery of Queen Charlotte Isle Description Obverse Crowned head right Description Reverse Ship and three boats

Ivan Alexander and Michael Ansen, Bulgaria, 1331-1371 AD, AR Grosh - Very Fine 9 Piastres bright paper and good contrastThe long reign of Ivan Alexander is considered a transitional period in Bulgarian medieval history. Ivan Alexander began his rule by dealing with internal problems and external threats from Bulgaria's neighbours, the Byzantine Empire and Serbia, as well as leading his empire into a period of economic recovery and cultural and religious renaissance. Obverse: Christ standing in front of throne, hands raised in benediction Reverse: Ivan and Michael