20 Zlotych
Poland · Narodowy Bank Polski
This commemorative 20 złotych note honors the millennium of Bolesław Chrobry's coronation in 1025, marking Poland's transition to a unified Christian kingdom. The front features Bolesław Chrobry based on a 19th-century etching by Rudolf Fryderyk Friedlein. The reverse displays three panels from the Gniezno bronze doors—medieval artworks symbolizing Poland's historical and religious heritage. The note measures 170×85 mm (the largest NBP collector banknote) with burgundy, navy, and gold tones. Security features include a gold-silver ornamental stripe, crown-shaped window, watermark, and UV-visible motifs. Issued November 5, 2025, limited to 70,000 copies at 160 złotych each.
Highlights
ReasonCelebrates the millennium of Poland's first king and the nation's Christianization in 1025.
DesignFront shows Bolesław Chrobry; reverse displays medieval Gniezno doors and his-era coins with crown window cutout.
Security featuresGold-silver security stripe with Gniezno borders, crown-shaped window, watermark, and microtext of royal epitaph.