100 Zlotys (Mikolaj Kopernik bust; Trial Strike Cu) 1973 front 100 Zlotys (Mikolaj Kopernik bust; Trial Strike Cu) 1973 back
100 Zlotys (Mikolaj Kopernik bust; Trial Strike Cu) 1973 photo
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100 Zlotys Mikolaj Kopernik bust; Trial Strike Cu

1973 year
Copper 11.10 g 32 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1973
Value
100 Zlotys (100 Złotych) (100&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11.10 g
Diameter
32 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#123893
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust facing, dates below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MIKOŁAJ KOPERNIK
PRÓBA
SW
• 1473 - 1543 •

Engraver: Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 100 Zlotys coin featuring Mikolaj Kopernik's bust was designed by Polish artist and sculptor, Xawery Dunikowski. He was a prominent artist in Poland and his works include several sculptures, medals, and coins. This particular coin was minted in 1973 as a trial strike, which means it was not meant for circulation but rather as a test run to check the quality of the coin's design and production process. It's made of copper and weighs 11.10 grams.