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Second Polish Republic
10 Złoty
波蘭第二共和國
10茲羅提
Item number: A1206
Year: AD 1933
Material: Silver
Size: 33.8 x 33.8 x 2.6 mm
Weight: 21.95 g
Manufactured by: Mint of Poland, Warsaw
Provenance: Fuchin Coin 2024
This is a silver coin issued in AD 1933 by the Second Polish Republic. The obverse features the Polish coat of arms, depicting a crowned white eagle with outstretched wings. Below the eagle’s tail is the year of issue, “1933.” The inscription along the upper edge, “RZECZPOSPOLITA POLSKA,” represents the name of the Republic of Poland, while the lower edge displays the denomination, “10 ZŁOTYCH 10,” with “złoty” meaning “gold” in Polish.
The currency of the Second Polish Republic was minted both by the Polish Mint and the Royal Mint in the United Kingdom. Based on the hallmark located beneath the eagle’s right talon, this particular coin is identified as a version minted domestically in Poland.
The reverse of the coin features a left-facing portrait of a woman, designed by Polish sculptor Antoni Madeyski. The figure is adorned with a medieval-style headdress and a cloverleaf crown, set against a circular background of wheat sheaves. The true identity of the model remains a subject of debate; however, Polish society commonly interprets the figure as Queen Jadwiga, who ruled Poland in the 14th century.
After the end of World War I, Poland regained its independence, having previously been partitioned by the three empires of Germany, Austria, and Russia, becoming the largest country in Central Europe. However, in AD 1939, Poland was invaded by both Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, leading to its collapse once again. During World War II, Poland suffered some of the heaviest casualties and destruction, becoming one of the most devastated countries in the conflict.