100 Zlotys (Janusz Korczak) 1978 front 100 Zlotys (Janusz Korczak) 1978 back
100 Zlotys (Janusz Korczak) 1978 photo
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100 Zlotys Janusz Korczak

1978 year
Silver (.625) 16.5 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1978
Value
100 Zlotys (100 Złotych) (100&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
16.5 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#35455
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering: JANUSZ KORCZAK 1878-1942

Engraver: Ewa Olszewska-Borys

Edge

Plain

Comment

Date of issue 30-08-1978

Interesting fact

The Janusz Korczak coin was minted in 1978 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Korczak's birth. Janusz Korczak was a Polish pediatrician, writer, and educator who was known for his pioneering work in the field of pediatrics and his advocacy for children's rights. The coin features an image of Korczak on one side and the Polish coat of arms on the other. It has a diameter of 33mm and was minted in silver with a weight of 16.5 grams. The coin was not circulated and was instead sold as a collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978 MW 30000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Zlotys (Janusz Korczak) 1978 coin.