2 Zlotys (Jeż (Erinaceus europaeus)) 1996 front 2 Zlotys (Jeż (Erinaceus europaeus)) 1996 back
2 Zlotys (Jeż (Erinaceus europaeus)) 1996 photo
© Narodowy Bank Polski

2 Zlotys Jeż Erinaceus europaeus

1996 year
Nordic gold 8.15 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Third Republic (1989-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1996
Value
2 Zlotys (2 Złote) 2 PLN = USD 0.51
Currency
Fourth Zloty (1995-date)
Composition
Nordic gold
Weight
8.15 g
Diameter
27 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#17781
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

A hedgehog with five young, grass and leaves below, legend above

Script: Latin

Lettering: JEŻ - Erinaceus europaeus

Translation: HEDGEHOG - Erinaceus europaeus

Designer: Roussanka Nowakowska

Edge

Plain

Comment

Date of issue 15-07-1996

Interesting fact

The 2 Zlotys coin featuring the Jeż (Erinaceus europaeus) from Poland, made of Nordic gold and weighing 8.15g, was part of a series of commemorative coins issued by the National Bank of Poland in 1996 to celebrate the country's wildlife. The coin's design features an image of the Jeż, also known as the European hedgehog, on the obverse, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Poland and the denomination. The use of Nordic gold, which is an alloy of copper, silver, and gold, gives the coin a unique color and durability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996 MW 300000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Zlotys (Jeż (Erinaceus europaeus)) 1996 coin.