Kukeri Silver Medal of the "Kukeri" Collection, 15.5g
69.00 BGNMedal from fine silver 999/1000, proof quality, matt-gloss finish with weight 15.5 g and color printing. The obverse depicts three dancing men with traditional folk attire, the reverse - a traditional Bulgarian hand embroidery. It is placed in a luxury leather box with certificate of authenticity.
Introducing the "Kukeri" medal from the "Kukeri" collection. The medal is struck in fine silver 999/1000 to proof quality with a diameter of 32.5 mm and weight of 15.5 g. The obverse depicts the image of three dancing men in traditional folk attire, and the reverse - a traditional Bulgarian hand embroidery. The colour printing further emphasizes the relief and makes the entire composition come to life.
You will receive your medal in a luxury leather box accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Metal
Silver
Weight
15,5
g
Dimensions
32.5
mm
Purity
Silver 999,9
Edging
Smooth
Quality
Proof
Circulation
1000
pcs.
Bulgarian Customs and Traditions Program
The Bulgarian Customs and Traditions program is inspired by the ancient traditions that have preserved the spirit of the Bulgarian people throughout the centuries. Bulgarian traditions are an interesting mix of Christian beliefs and pagan rituals. The entire life of many generations of Bulgarians has been directly linked to the cycles of nature and agricultural work.
The Bulgarian Customs and Traditions program includes several collections that present the specific aspects of the Bulgarian customs and traditions. The entire program features color printing of the obverse of the medals, which further emphasizes the deep and detailed relief and makes the composition stand out. Floral details on the reverse of the medal recreate a traditional hand embroidery from the Samokov area.
Kukeri in Bulgaria
Kukeri is a masquerade custom, symbolizing the end of winter and the rebirth of new life. It is one of the most ancient in our lands, dating back to the Thracian times. The word "Kukeri" itself is also of Thracian origin and means "tall, masked people."
Kukeri dances are performed only by men, mainly young, unmarried boys, on the day after the orthodox feast Sirni Zagovezni. The clothing and masks are specially prepared by the participants and are very picturesque. Both clothing and masks are made from sheep or goat leather. The Kukeri wear the traditional Bulgarian folk attire and costumes decorated with woolen threads, beads, mirrors. They put heavy bronze or copper bells around their waists and when dancing, they are believed to scare the evil spirits away.
Their dances recreate rituals related to fieldwork, as well as to the continuation of the lineage and the awakening of the earth for spring and for a new life.
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