1907, Great Britain/Bulgaria. Balkan-States Exhibition. Merit Medal.
Mint Year: 1907 Medallist: S. Johnson Mint Place: Milan (Italy) Condition: Some hits and many scratches, otherwise VF. Denominations: Merit Medal - Balkan-States Exhibition at Earl's Court London, 1907. Material: Bronze (silver-plated) Weight: 78.74gm Diameter: 55mm
Obverse: Britannia seated, holds wreath above exhibition façade of the exhibition grounds. Exergue: MERIT
Reverse: Recipient´s name inside table above inscription and date as a roman numeral in five lines. All within 'Art Nouveau' wreath, Legend: Stoyanoff, Ivan. St. Stambolovo. / BALKAN-STATES EXHIBITION EARL'S COVRT LONDON MCMVII
Stefan Stambolovo is a village situated in the Veliko Tarnovo Province of Bulgaria. It is part of a region known for its historical significance and picturesque landscapes. The village is named after Stefan Stambolov, a prominent Bulgarian statesman and politician. Veliko Tarnovo Province is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, Veliko Tarnovo. The area is popular among tourists for its historical sites and natural beauty.