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5000 Korun Charles University
| Issuer | Czech National Bank |
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| Year | 1998-1999 |
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| Currency | Koruna (1993-date) |
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| Obverse description | Central field displays the three-part coat of arms of the Czech Republic, comprising the Bohemian lion rampant flanked by the Moravian eagle on the left and the Silesian eagle on the right, all rendered in high relief within their respective shield forms. The date 1999 appears in the upper field above the arms. The legend ČESKÁ REPUBLIKA arcs prominently below the arms, with the denomination 5000 and the currency abbreviation Kč inscribed beneath in large numerals. The engraver's mint mark appears to the right of the coat of arms in the field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a detailed scene commemorating the founding of Charles University in Prague, showing Emperor Charles IV seated on a throne at a lectern on the left, addressing a group of robed scholars or students seated before him in the lower field. Above this scene, the historic circular seal of Charles University — the Sigillum Universitatis Pragensis Caroli IV — is rendered in high relief, showing standing figures within a gothic architectural frame surrounded by the Latin legend of the seal. To the right of the seal, the gold purity Au 999.9 and weight designation 1/2 oz are inscribed in the field. The name KAREL IV. is boldly lettered along the left rim. |
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