Gold Coin "Solidarity" 200,000 Zlotys 1 oz Gold 1990

John Paul II 1 Ounce Gold 1989

John Paul II 1 Ounce Gold 1989 is an exceptional Polish numismatic piece issued to commemorate the pontificate of Pope John Paul II. The issue holds special historical and symbolic significance, portraying the Polish Pope as a symbol of hope, freedom, and the social changes taking place in Poland during the pivotal year of 1989.

Gold collector coin from 1989

The coin was struck in .999 fine gold, weighs 31.1 g, corresponding to one troy ounce, and has a diameter of 32 mm. The combination of precious metal, the historic year of issue, and the carefully designed composition gives this piece a distinctive collector character.

Its association with John Paul II makes the John Paul II 1989 gold coin an interesting addition to collections of Polish numismatics, as well as to collections devoted to religious themes and important figures in the contemporary history of Poland.

Obverse and reverse

Obverse: features the coat of arms of the Polish People's Republic – the White Eagle. The surrounding inscription reads “POLSKA RZECZPOSPOLITA LUDOWA”, along with the denomination “10 000 ZŁ” and the year of issue 1989.

Reverse: depicts a bust of John Paul II against a geometric composition resembling bars. The surrounding inscription reads “JAN PAWEŁ II”, emphasizing the theme of the issue dedicated to the Polish Pope.