Gold Coin Hetmani Rzeczypospolitej - Jan Tarnowski 500 zloty Gold 2026 Proof High Relief Case/Folder

Gold Coin Hetmani Rzeczypospolitej – Jan Tarnowski 500 zloty Gold 2026 Proof High Relief is an exclusive issue of the National Bank of Poland commemorating one of the most distinguished commanders in the history of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Jan Amor Tarnowski, Grand Crown Hetman and victor at the Battle of Obertyn, became renowned as a reformer of military art and an outstanding strategist whose achievements set new standards of command in the 16th century.

The coin was struck in Gold fineness Au .9999, weighing 31.1 g with a diameter of 32 mm, in the Proof High Relief standard. The use of high relief and a mirrored die emphasizes the details of the portrait and compositional elements. The face value of 500 zloty confirms its status as legal tender of the Republic of Poland. The design by Dobrochna Surajewska combines artistic merit with historical narrative. The piece is offered in an elegant case with an issue folder.

The “Hetmani Rzeczypospolitej” series constitutes a prestigious collector cycle presenting the most eminent commanders of historical Poland in coins distinguished by enhanced artistic and investment value.

Obverse features the coat of arms of the Republic of Poland, the inscription “RZECZPOSPOLITA POLSKA”, the year of issue 2026, the face value of 500 zloty and a sceptre motif highlighting the state character of the coin.

Reverse depicts Hetman Jan Tarnowski together with his name. The portrait in high relief accentuates the details of his attire and armour, giving the composition a monumental and historical character.