50 Zlotys (FAO - World Food Day; Trial Strike) 1981 front 50 Zlotys (FAO - World Food Day; Trial Strike) 1981 back
50 Zlotys (FAO - World Food Day; Trial Strike) 1981 photo
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50 Zlotys FAO - World Food Day; Trial Strike

1981 year
Copper-nickel 11.7 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1981
Value
50 Zlotys (50 Złotych) (50&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
11.7 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#144467
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ŚWIATOWY DZIEŃ ŻYWNOŚCI
FAO
16 OCT
WORLD FOOD DAY
PRÓBA

Engraver: Ewa Olszewska-Borys

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Zlotys (FAO - World Food Day; Trial Strike) 1981 from Poland is a rare coin that was minted to commemorate the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) World Food Day, which is celebrated on October 16th of every year. The coin's design features a stylized image of a sheaf of wheat and a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance and food security. It's interesting to note that this coin was minted as a trial strike, which means that it was produced in limited quantities and was not meant for 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
1981 MW 20 - - - - - -

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