2006 FIFA World Cup Germany 8 g Gold Proof
A collector's coin commemorating the worldwide event of the World Cup. The coin was struck in gold .900 purity with a weight of 8 grams and a face value of PLN 100. The uniqueness of the coin is emphasised by the proof finish and the limited mintage of 10,500 pieces. The gold coin was struck at the Mint of Poland on commission from the National Bank of Poland. The coin is in a protective capsule.The World Cup is a football tournament that evokes great emotions. Held every four years since 1930, it is one of the most important sporting events in the world. National teams compete to reach the group stages of the competition, then the knockout stages. The most successful country, which has won the championship title five times, is Brazil. The obverse of the coin shows an outline of a football symbolising the Earth Globe. On its surface, silhouettes of six players can be seen, showing characteristic poses of players playing matches.The reverse shows the players fighting over the ball. Above it is inscribed "World Cup Germany 2006".Do you need help? Do you have any questions?Ask a question and we'll respond promptly, publishing the most interesting questions and answers for others. 
