© PCGS
© PCGS
50 Groszy Nickel plated Iron; German Occupation WW II
1938 year| Nickel plated iron | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | General Government (1939-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1938 |
| Value | 50 Groszys (50 Groszy) (0.50) |
| Currency | Second Zloty (1924-1949) |
| Composition | Nickel plated iron |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 8 January 1942 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Value in centre, surrounded by eight overlapping leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
GROSZY
Engraver: Wojciech Jastrzębowski
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1938 Polish 50 Groszy coin is that it was minted during the German occupation of Poland during World War II. The coin features the Polish eagle on one side and the denomination on the other, but it also includes a small Nazi eagle on the reverse, indicating the influence of the occupying forces on the country's currency. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the complex political and economic dynamics of Europe during the war.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 W | 32000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Groszy (Nickel plated Iron; German Occupation WW II) 1938 coin.
