500 Zlotys (XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike) 1983 front 500 Zlotys (XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike) 1983 back
500 Zlotys (XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike) 1983 photo
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500 Zlotys XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike

1983 year
Nickel 17 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1983
Value
500 Zlotys (500 Złotych) (500&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
17 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#118192
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IGRZҰSKA XXIII OLIMPIADҰ
LOS
ANGELES
1984
PRÓBA

Engraver: Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 500 Zlotys (XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike) 1983 from Poland is a rare and unique coin, with only 300 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike to test the design and production process for a potential commemorative coin for the 1984 Summer Olympics, which were held in Los Angeles, California. The coin features the Olympic rings and a depiction of the Polish coat of arms on one side, and the value of 500 zlotys on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 MW 500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Zlotys (XXIII Olympic Games; Trial Strike) 1983 coin.