Description of the 200 złoty gold coin Polish Olympic Team London 2012
The 200 złoty gold coin Polish Olympic Team London 2012 was issued by the National Bank of Poland to commemorate the Summer Olympic Games in London, which took place in 2012. This coin is part of a collector's series dedicated to Polish athletes participating in the Olympic Games. The coin is not only a valuable collector's item, but also a tribute to Polish athletes who took part in the London Olympics, where they represented Poland on the international sporting arena.
Appearance of the 200 złoty gold coin Polish Olympic Team London 2012
On the right side of the obverse, there is an image of an eagle, modeled on the emblem of the Republic of Poland. Next to it, there is the year of issue, and below, on the left edge of the coin, there is the mint mark and the denomination. In the background, separate planes form a checkerboard pattern, with images of athletes from various sports incorporated into it. On the reverse, in the center, against a background of separate, asymmetrical planes, there are images of female pole vaulters. On the right-hand side is the logo of the Polish Olympic Committee. The coin is delivered in a case with a certificate of authenticity.
Historical overview
The gold coin was issued to commemorate the participation of Polish athletes in the Summer Olympic Games in London, which took place from July 27 to August 12, 2012. It was one of the largest and most prestigious sporting events in the world, bringing together thousands of athletes from over 200 countries competing in 26 sports.
Poland has a long and rich tradition of participating in the Olympic Games, having competed in them since the first modern games in Paris in 1924. Polish athletes have won numerous medals, contributing to the country's international success and prestige. There was no shortage of success in London either, with the Polish team winning a total of 10 medals – 2 gold, 2 silver, and 6 bronze.
The coin was issued by the National Bank of Poland (NBP), which is responsible for issuing currency in Poland. The NBP regularly puts into circulation both circulation coins and collector and commemorative coins commemorating important events, anniversaries, and historical figures.