Twenty Zloty 2015 Ostrów Lednicki, Coin from Poland - detailed information

This coin was issued in Poland.

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The series of commemorative coins “Monuments of Culture in Poland”, issued by the National Bank of Poland, was extended by a consecutive coin . This time the reverse of a 20-zloty silver token features an exceptional monument of pre-Romanesque architecture – the relics of the palace and religious complex in Ostrów Lednicki. Commemorative and historical value Attractive design Limited mintage Legal tender on the territory of the Republic of Poland Located in Greater Poland (Wielkopolska region) between the cities of Gniezno and Poznań , Ostrów Lednicki is the biggest island on the Lednica lake. This place served a central role in the historical origins of the Polish state. In all likelihood, it was the site of personal baptism of Mieszko I, his court and, symbolically – the entire state under Mieszko’s rule. Strategic location of Ostrów Lednicki was crucial in choosing the island for defensive and administrative center of the kingdom. The place was a witness of bygone glory of the dynasty. Ruins of pre-Romanesque architecture, including remnants of a fortified settlement, a walled ducal palatinate with a baptistery and a church inside prove the historic significance of the island. Most probably, the chapel was the first royal necropolis on Polish soil and the burial place of Bolesław I the Great sons. Immense political significance of Ostrów Lednicki is confirmed by numerous valuables, including a Byzantine staurotheke (cross-shaped reliquary for the wood from the Holy Cross), an ivory comb, a gold plated cover of a liturgical book, as well as other luxury goods made from gold, silver and precious stones found on the island.    
Denomination: 20 zloty
Material: Ag 925
Decoration: selective gilding
Quality: proof
Size: 38.61 mm
Weight: 28.28 g
Date of issue: June 2015