10 Zlotys (Tadeusz Kościuszko, large type) 1959-1966 front 10 Zlotys (Tadeusz Kościuszko, large type) 1959-1966 back
10 Zlotys (Tadeusz Kościuszko, large type) 1959-1966 photo
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10 Zlotys Tadeusz Kościuszko, large type

 
Copper-nickel 12.9 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1959-1966
Value
10 Zlotys (10 Złotych) (10&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
12.9 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 January 1978
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#6511
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Head of Tadeusz Kościuszko facing left with denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering: ZŁ 10 ZŁ

Engraver: Kazimierz Zieliński

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Date of issue 01-07-1959

Interesting fact

The 10 Złoty coin featuring Tadeusz Kościuszko, which was in circulation from 1959 to 1966, was the first coin in Poland to feature a historical figure rather than a political leader or symbol. This was a departure from the traditional design of coins in Poland, which had previously featured images of rulers or national symbols. The choice of Tadeusz Kościuszko, a national hero who played a key role in Poland's struggle for independence, was seen as a way to promote Polish history and culture through the country's currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1959  13107000 - - - - - -
1960  27551153 - - - - - -
1966 MW 4157000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Zlotys (Tadeusz Kościuszko, large type) 1959-1966 coin.