2004 Poland Dożynki (Harvest Festival) 20 Złotych Silver Proof Coin

The 2004 Poland Dożynki 20 Złotych is a beautifully crafted sterling silver commemorative celebrating one of Poland's oldest and most cherished traditions. Issued by the National Bank of Poland as part of the "The Polish Calendar of Traditional Customs and Rituals" series, this proof coin honors Dożynki, the annual harvest festival that has symbolized gratitude, prosperity, and community for generations.

The obverse features the crowned White Eagle, the national emblem of the Republic of Poland, along with the inscription "RZECZPOSPOLITA POLSKA," the denomination "20 ZŁ," the year of issue "2004," and the Warsaw Mint's "mw" mintmark. The reverse showcases a colorful harvest wreath adorned with ribbons, flowers, and grain, reflecting the vibrant customs associated with Poland's traditional harvest celebrations. The inscription "DOŻYNKI" appears prominently above the design.

Struck at the Warsaw Mint in .925 fine silver with a proof finish, this commemorative features selective colorization using pad-printing technology, giving the harvest wreath exceptional visual appeal. Its combination of precious metal content, vibrant artwork, and celebration of Polish folk traditions makes it a standout addition to collections of Polish numismatics, world silver, and culturally significant commemorative coins.

Specifications

• Year: 2004

• Country: Poland

• Denomination: 20 Złotych

• Series: The Polish Calendar of Traditional Customs and Rituals

• Subject: Dożynki (Harvest Festival)

• Mint: Warsaw Mint

• Mintmark: mw

• Composition: .925 Fine Silver

• Weight: 28.28 grams

• Actual Silver Weight: 0.8415 troy oz

• Diameter: 38.61 mm

• Edge: Plain

• Finish: Proof

• Colorization: Pad-Printed

• Maximum Authorized Mintage: 58,000

• Catalog Reference: Y#508

  
  

Historical Significance

Dożynki, or the Harvest Festival, is one of Poland's oldest agricultural traditions, dating back several centuries. Celebrated at the conclusion of the harvest season, the festival is a time for communities to give thanks for a successful harvest and to recognize the dedication and hard work of farmers. A central feature of the celebration is the elaborately woven harvest wreath, crafted from grain, flowers, and ribbons, symbolizing abundance and the continuity of rural traditions.

Issued in 2004, this coin is part of the National Bank of Poland's acclaimed "The Polish Calendar of Traditional Customs and Rituals" series, which commemorates customs that have shaped Poland's cultural identity for generations. The colorful reverse design captures the festive spirit of Dożynki while preserving an important aspect of the nation's heritage. Today, the coin is appreciated by collectors for its artistic design, sterling silver composition, and representation of one of Poland's most enduring folk traditions.

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