2000 Zlotys (Fryderyk Chopin; Trial Strike) 1977 front 2000 Zlotys (Fryderyk Chopin; Trial Strike) 1977 back
2000 Zlotys (Fryderyk Chopin; Trial Strike) 1977 photo
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2000 Zlotys Fryderyk Chopin; Trial Strike

1977 year
Silver (.625) - 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1977
Value
2000 Zlotys (2000 Złotych) (2000&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#122898
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• FRYDERYK • CHOPIN •
PRÓBA
1810 - 1849

Engraver: Jerzy Jarnuszkiewicz

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2000 Zlotys (Fryderyk Chopin; Trial Strike) 1977 from Poland made of Silver (.625) is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its unique design and limited mintage. The coin features a portrait of Fryderyk Chopin, a renowned Polish composer and pianist, on one side, and the Polish coat of arms on the other. It was minted in 1977 as a trial strike, which means that it was not officially released into circulation and was instead kept as a sample or proof coin. As a result, the mintage of this coin is extremely low, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.