2009 Poland 20 Złotych Commemorative Banknote – Fryderyk Chopin | 200th Anniversary of Birth
Celebrate the timeless genius of Poland’s most beloved composer with this 2009 Poland 20 Złotych commemorative banknote, issued by the Narodowy Bank Polski to mark the 200th anniversary of Fryderyk Chopin’s birth. Designed by Grzegorz Pfeifer and Katarzyna Jarnuszkiewicz, and engraved by Przemysław Krajewski, this elegant note captures the spirit of Romanticism through musical symbolism, historic imagery, and refined engraving.
Key Features
• Country: Poland • Pick Number: P-181 • Denomination: 20 Złotych • Date of Issue: 2009 • Dimensions: 138 × 69 mm • Material: Paper • Obverse Design: Profile portrait of Chopin, his birthplace in Żelazowa Wola, and a score fragment of Mazurka in B-flat Major, Op. 7 • Reverse Design: Etude in F Minor (Op. 10, No. 9) over a willow-lined landscape and stylized music stand • Watermark: Stylized musical motif • Printer: PWPW S.A. (Polish Security Printing Works) • Designers: Grzegorz Pfeifer, Katarzyna Jarnuszkiewicz • Engraver: Przemysław Krajewski • Edition: Limited to 120,000 pieces, issued in a collector folder
Why Collect This Note?
✔️ Musical Heritage – Pays tribute to Chopin’s enduring influence on classical music ✔️ Elegant Design – Features steel engraving, color-shifting ink, and musical excerpts ✔️ Limited Edition – A sought-after commemorative issue with only 120,000 printed ✔️ Cultural Icon – A meaningful gift for music lovers, pianists, and admirers of Polish artistry
Perfect For
Collectors of composer-themed currency, Romantic-era enthusiasts, and those seeking a refined gift that celebrates Poland’s cultural legacy.
