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© GNDM
20 Zlotys International Year of the Child; Trial Strike
1979 year| Nickel | 10.30 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | Polish People's Republic (1952-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 20 Zlotys (20 Złotych) (20 PLZ) |
| Currency | Third Zloty (1949-1994) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 10.30 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#122076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MIĘDZYNARODOWY
ROK • DZIECKA
PRÓBA
Engraver: Jerzy Jarnuszkiewicz
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Zlotys (International Year of the Child; Trial Strike) 1979 from Poland is a rare coin that was minted as a trial strike, which means it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities for testing purposes. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction. In fact, one of these coins sold for over $10,000 at a Heritage Auction in 2019!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 MW | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Zlotys (International Year of the Child; Trial Strike) 1979 coin.
