10 Groszy (German Occupation WW II) 1923 (1941-1944) front 10 Groszy (German Occupation WW II) 1923 (1941-1944) back
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10 Groszy German Occupation WW II

1923 (1941-1944) years
Zinc 2 g 17.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
General Government (1939-1944)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1923 (1941-1944)
Value
10 Groszys (10 Groszy) (0.10)
Currency
Second Zloty (1924-1949)
Composition
Zinc
Weight
2 g
Diameter
17.6 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#9811
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Value in centre, surrounded by eight overlapping leaves.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
GROSZY

Engraver: Wojciech Jastrzębowski

Edge

Plain

Comment

Catalog of Kamiński C.  Ilustrowany katalog monet polskich 1916-1987 on p. 41 informs that the coin was announced for circulation on 23 April 1940 and introduced in 1941. Actually struck in 1941-1944 during the Second World War German Occupation.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Groszy coin from Poland, minted during the German occupation of World War II, is that it was made of zinc, a material that was commonly used for coins during this time period due to its low cost and durability. Despite its small denomination, the coin still holds historical significance as a symbol of Poland's resilience and determination during a time of great turmoil and occupation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1923 (1941-1944) W 42175000 - - - - - -

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