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500 Zlotych Władysław I Łokietek, Trial Strike

Issuer Mennica Państwowa (Polish State Mint)
Year 1986
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Value 500 Zlotys (500 Złotych) (500 PLZ)
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Obverse description The Polish state eagle displayed in the centre of the field, with wings spread and head turned to the right, rendered in the heraldic socialist style. The circular legend POLSKA RZECZPOSPOLITA LUDOWA arcs around the upper periphery, while the denomination ZŁ 500 ZŁ appears in large numerals at the lower portion of the field. The mint year 1986, split as 19 and 86, flanks the eagle at mid-field. The design is struck in proof-like fashion with a mirrored background.
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Reverse description A draped bust of King Władysław I Łokietek facing slightly left, wearing a royal crown, occupying the central field. The king is depicted in a medieval regal style with detailed facial features and mantle, the engraver's initials SWF appearing discretely in the lower left field. The curved legend WŁADYSŁAW I ŁOKIETEK arcs along the upper periphery, with his regnal dates 1320-1333 at upper right. The word PRÓBA, indicating trial or pattern status, appears at the lower left of the field.
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Reverse lettering WŁADYSŁAW I ŁOKIETEK - 1320-1333 PRÓBA SWF
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