2000 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike) 1979 front 2000 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike) 1979 back
2000 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike) 1979 photo
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2000 Zlotys Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike

1979 year
Nickel 5.2 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1979
Value
2000 Zlotys (2000 Złotych) (2000&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
5.2 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#122364
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MIESZKO I 960-992
PRÓBA

Engraver: Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2000 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike) 1979 from Poland is a rare coin that was never circulated, and only a few trial strikes were made. It features an image of Duke Mieszko I, the first ruler of Poland, on one side and the Polish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in 1979 as a trial strike, but it was never officially released into circulation. As a result, it has become a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

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 2000 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I; Trial Strike) 1979 coin.