20 Zlotys Trial Strike
1989 year| Brass | 5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | Polish People's Republic (1952-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 20 Zlotys (20 Złotych) (20 PLZ) |
| Currency | Third Zloty (1949-1994) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#109754 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering:
PRÓBA
20
ZŁOTYCH
Designer: Ewa Tyc-Karpińska
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. This particular coin features an image of the Polish coat of arms on one side and a portrait of King Jan Sobieski III on the other. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted as a trial strike, which means it was not intended for circulation and was instead produced as a test run to evaluate the quality of the dies and the striking process. As a result, the mintage of this coin is quite low, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
