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10 Zlotys Henryk Sienkiewicz; Trial Strike
1974 year| Copper-nickel | 7.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | Polish People's Republic (1952-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 10 Zlotys (10 Złotych) (10 PLZ) |
| Currency | Third Zloty (1949-1994) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#123745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HENRYK SIENKIEWICZ
• ZŁ 10 ZŁ •
PRÓBA
Engraver: Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Zlotys coin features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a stylized image of a Polish village, complete with wooden cottages, trees, and a church steeple in the background. This design was created by Polish artist and engraver, Henryk Sienkiewicz, who was known for his work on various Polish coins and banknotes. The coin's design was intended to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Sienkiewicz's birth, and it was produced as a trial strike in 1974, although it was never officially released into circulation. As a result, the Pattern 10 Zlotys coin is considered a rare and collectible item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Polish history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 MW | 40 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Zlotys (Henryk Sienkiewicz; Trial Strike) 1974 coin.
