Gold Coin Kazimierz Pułaski 500 zloty 1976

Kazimierz Pułaski 500 zł 1976 Gold Coin is a commemorative issue from the period of the Polish People’s Republic, honoring one of the most eminent heroes of the struggle for freedom — Kazimierz Pułaski.

The coin was struck in .900 fine gold (Au) with a weight of 29.95 g and a diameter of 32 mm. It has a face value of 500 zlotys and a plain edge. It was issued on February 25, 1976, and is a non-circulating coin intended for collectors.

Kazimierz Pułaski (1747–1779) was a Polish and American military commander, regarded as a hero of both Poland and the United States. He played a significant role in the American War of Independence, contributing to the development of the American cavalry. His legacy symbolizes the struggle for freedom and national independence.

The coin’s design was created by Stanisława Wątróbska-Frindt, a renowned Polish medalist and coin designer.

Obverse features the coat of arms of the Polish People’s Republic. Around the rim is the inscription “POLSKA • RZECZYPOSPOLITA • LUDOWA”, below the year of issue “1976”, the denomination inscription “ZŁ 500 ZŁ”, and the designer’s initials “mw”.

Reverse shows the bust of Kazimierz Pułaski. Around the rim is the inscription “KAZIMIERZ PUŁASKI”, and below the years of his life “1747–1779” and the initials “WS”.