2 Zlotys (Szlak Bursztynowy) 2001 front 2 Zlotys (Szlak Bursztynowy) 2001 back
2 Zlotys (Szlak Bursztynowy) 2001 photo
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2 Zlotys Szlak Bursztynowy

2001 year
Nordic gold 8.15 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Third Republic (1989-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2001
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#8390
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Ancient Roman denarius (similar to https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces246243.html) and map with route marked in stars.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SZLAK BURSZTYNOWY
IMP NERO CAESAR AVG P P

Designer: Ewa Tyc-Karpińska

Edge

Eight times repeated inscription: NBP, every second one inverted by 180°, separated by stars.

Lettering: NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★ NBP ★

Comment

Date of issue 21-02-2001.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Zlotys (Szlak Bursztynowy) 2001 coin from Poland is that it was designed by Polish artist, Andrzej Nowakowski. The coin features an image of a bison, which is a symbol of the Bialowieza Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in eastern Poland. The Bialowieza Forest is home to the last remaining primeval forest in Europe and is known for its diverse wildlife, including the European bison. The coin's design was meant to promote awareness and conservation of this unique and important ecosystem.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2001 MW 500000 - - - - - -

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