5000 Zlotys (Papal Visit; Trial Strike) 1987 front 5000 Zlotys (Papal Visit; Trial Strike) 1987 back
5000 Zlotys (Papal Visit; Trial Strike) 1987 photo
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5000 Zlotys Papal Visit; Trial Strike

1987 year
Nickel 7.40 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Poland
Period
Polish People's Republic (1952-1989)
Type
Pattern
Year
1987
Value
5000 Zlotys (5000 Złotych) (5000&nbspPLZ)
Currency
Third Zloty (1949-1994)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
7.40 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#117997
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
JAN PAWEŁ II
PRÓBA
SWF

Engraver: Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5000 Zlotys (Papal Visit; Trial Strike) 1987 from Poland is a rare coin that was minted to commemorate the visit of Pope John Paul II to Poland in 1987. It is made of nickel and weighs 7.40 grams. What makes this coin particularly interesting is that it was minted as a trial strike, which means that it was not officially released into circulation and was only produced in limited quantities for testing purposes. As a result, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and can fetch a high price at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987 MW 500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5000 Zlotys (Papal Visit; Trial Strike) 1987 coin.