Ivan Alexander and Michael Ansen, Bulgaria, 1331-1371 AD, AR Grosh - Very Fine Papal States KM# 763 Denomination Double Florin

KM# 763 Denomination Double Florin Country Great Britain Government Kingdom (Resumed) Ruler Victoria Coinage Type Pre-decimal Coinage Composition Silver Fineness 0

999 Weight 1

to the left

snake in beak Description Reverse Radiant cap Notes Varieties exist

986 fine gold

Ivan Alexander and Michael Ansen, Bulgaria, 1331-1371 AD, AR Grosh - Very Fine Papal States KM# 763 Denomination Double FlorinThe 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