Polish Thermopylae - Głogów 20 zloty Silver 2024 Proof

The *Polish Thermopylae – Głogów* 20 zł silver coin, issued in 2024 by the National Bank of Poland, is an interesting numismatic proposition. This coin commemorates the defense of Głogów in 1109, regarded as one of the most significant events in Polish history, often compared to the Battle of Thermopylae. During this event, the forces of Bolesław III Wrymouth defended the city against the German Emperor Henry V.

This coin is crafted from .925 silver, weighing 28.28 grams, in proof standard.

Additionally, this silver product has a strictly limited mintage of up to 10,000 pieces, and it comes in an exclusive case with a certificate of authenticity.

Obverse features the goddess Athena, designed by Urszula Walerzak. The obverse bears the inscription "RZECZPOSPOLITA POLSKA 2024", "POLSKIE TERMOPILE", and information about the face value of the coin and the year of issue.

Reverse shows a medieval knight holding a bow and arrow, with a stylized scene of the siege of Głogów behind him – depicting part of the defensive fortifications and a siege tower. The reverse also features the inscription: "GŁOGÓW". The reverse was designed by Kajetan Karkuciński.