50 Groszy (Bronze; Trial Strike 50 closer to leaves German Occupation WW II) 1938 front 50 Groszy (Bronze; Trial Strike 50 closer to leaves German Occupation WW II) 1938 back
50 Groszy (Bronze; Trial Strike 50 closer to leaves German Occupation WW II) 1938 photo
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.

50 Groszy Bronze; Trial Strike 50 closer to leaves German Occupation WW II

1938 year
Bronze 3.40 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
General Government (1939-1944)
Type
Pattern
Year
1938
Value
50 Groszys (50 Groszy) (0.50)
Currency
Second Zloty (1924-1949)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.40 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#125689
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Comment

White & black photo.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 50 Groszy (Bronze; Trial Strike 50 closer to leaves German Occupation WW II) 1938 from Poland is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil and change in Poland's history. In 1938, Poland was invaded and occupied by Nazi Germany, and the country's economy and currency were heavily impacted by the war. Despite these challenges, the Polish government continued to mint coins, including the Pattern 50 Groszy, which was intended to be a new design for the 50 groszy coin but was ultimately not adopted for circulation. This coin is a rare and interesting example of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the economic and political conditions of Poland during World War II.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1938  1 - - - - - -

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