🇵🇱 Poland 1994 – 100 Złotych Banknote (P-176)
First Issue | Used Condition | Polish National Bank
Add a piece of modern European monetary history to your collection with this 1994 100 Złotych banknote from Poland’s first issue following major currency reforms in the early 1990s. This is a used note pulled from a larger lot, perfect for collectors of global banknotes or those looking to expand their post-Communist era holdings.
💰 Key Features:
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Country: Poland
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Denomination: 100 Złotych
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Year: 1994
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Series: First Issue (Third Republic of Poland)
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Condition: Circulated (Used)
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Pick Number: P-176
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Issuer: National Bank of Poland (Narodowy Bank Polski)
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Currency: Złoty (PLN)
🧾 Design Highlights:
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Obverse: Portrait of Władysław II Jagiełło, the Grand Duke of Lithuania and King of Poland, whose reign marked the union between Poland and Lithuania and key victories over the Teutonic Knights.
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Reverse: Polish royal seal and coat of arms, showcasing traditional heraldic art and national identity.
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Color Scheme: Green and beige tones with intricate security features including a watermark and security thread.
🕰 Historical Context:
This note was part of the new złoty (PLN) series introduced after Poland’s economic overhaul in the early 1990s. The reforms replaced the inflated old złoty (PLZ) at a 10,000:1 ratio, signaling a return to financial stability and market economy principles.
Whether you're collecting for history, design, or diversity, this 1994 Polish 100 Złotych banknote is a smart and affordable addition. Used from lot – expect circulated condition with character!