20 Zlotys (International Year of the Child; Trial Strike) 1979 front 20 Zlotys (International Year of the Child; Trial Strike) 1979 back
20 Zlotys (International Year of the Child; Trial Strike) 1979 photo
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20 Zlotys International Year of the Child; Trial Strike

1979 year
Copper-nickel - 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1979
Value
20 Zlotys (20 Złotych) (20&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#147138
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MIĘDZYNARODOWY
ROK • DZIECKA
PRÓBA

Engraver: Jerzy Jarnuszkiewicz

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Zlotys coin was designed by Polish artist and engraver, Czesław Słania, who is known for his work on various coins and banknotes. The coin features a unique design that showcases a stylized image of a child, surrounded by a wreath of flowers and leaves, symbolizing the theme of the International Year of the Child. The coin's design was meant to commemorate the United Nations' declaration of 1979 as the International Year of the Child, which aimed to promote the rights and well-being of children around the world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979 MW 100 - - - - - -

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