The Bulgarian National Bank ( BNB ) will begin issuing commemorative coins in euros starting next year, as outlined in its latest Monetary Program. This marks the first time the central bank will mint gold coins in the European currency, coinciding with Bulgaria’s planned eurozone accession in January 2026. The first of these coins, titled St. Virgin Mary - Golden Apple , will be released in January and offered in denominations of 10, 20, 50, and 100 euros. It continues the long-running "