10 Zlotys (FAO; Trial Strike) 1971 front 10 Zlotys (FAO; Trial Strike) 1971 back
10 Zlotys (FAO; Trial Strike) 1971 photo
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10 Zlotys FAO; Trial Strike

1971 year
Copper-nickel 9.5 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1971
Value
10 Zlotys (10 Złotych) (10&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
9.5 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#28171
Rarity index
40%

Reverse

Wheat over the world

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FAO
PRÓBA
CHLEB DLA ŚWIATA

Engraver: Wacław Kowalik

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

This coin was designed by Polish artist and engraver, Andrzej Nowakowski, and features a unique pattern that showcases the country's agricultural industry. The coin's obverse features a stylized image of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by sheaves of wheat and other crops, while the reverse features the Polish coat of arms and the denomination. The coin's trial strike status makes it particularly rare and valuable among collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971 MW 51800 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Zlotys (FAO; Trial Strike) 1971 coin.