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50 Zlotys Duke Mieszko I halflength portrait; Trial Strike
1979 year| Nickel | 11.5 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Poland |
|---|---|
| Period | Polish People's Republic (1952-1989) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 50 Zlotys (50 Złotych) (50 PLZ) |
| Currency | Third Zloty (1949-1994) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#122080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MIESZKO I 960-992
PRÓBA
Engraver: Z. Kaczor
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I halflength portrait; Trial Strike) 1979 from Poland is a rare and unique coin, with only 300 pieces minted. It features a portrait of Duke Mieszko I, the first ruler of Poland, and is made of nickel, weighing 11.5 grams. This coin is considered a trial strike, meaning it was produced as a test run before the official minting process, making it 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 50 Zlotys (Duke Mieszko I halflength portrait; Trial Strike) 1979 coin.
