500zł Jan Karol Chodkiewicz - Hetmans of the Polish

Hetmans of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth – Jan Karol Chodkiewicz 500 zł Gold 2025 is the latest coin in the exclusive series issued by the National Bank of Poland, scheduled for release on October 23, 2025. This issue honors the memory of one of the most famous hetmans of the Commonwealth, renowned for his decisive victory at the Battle of Kircholm and his heroic defense of Chocim.

The coin is struck from 31.10 g (1 troy ounce) of 999.9 fine gold, with a diameter of 32 mm. The use of a proof finish combined with high relief and laser engraving gives the design exceptional depth and contrast, highlighting every detail of the composition.

A limited mintage of only 1,000 pieces emphasizes the collector’s value of this release and its special place in Polish numismatics. Production has been entrusted to the Polish Mint, operating under the auspices of the National Bank of Poland, whose expertise guarantees excellent craftsmanship and faithful execution of the design.

The Hetmans of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth series was inaugurated in 2025 and quickly gained recognition among collectors thanks to coins dedicated to Stanisław Koniecpolski and Stanisław Żółkiewski. Each coin maintains a consistent visual concept: the obverse features the Commonwealth’s coat of arms with a hetman’s mace and the respective commander’s coat of arms, while the reverse depicts a portrait of the hetman surrounded by symbols of his achievements.

Jan Karol Chodkiewicz (1570/1571–1621) served as Grand Hetman of Lithuania from 1605. His brilliant tactics at the Battle of Kircholm led to victory over a Swedish army three times larger, and his defense of Chocim, which ended with his death, became a symbol of unwavering sacrifice for the homeland.

The coin will be presented in an elegant National Bank of Poland case and will include a numbered certificate of authenticity as well as an official issue folder. The Hetmans of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth – Jan Karol Chodkiewicz 500 zł Gold 2025 release is an excellent choice for investors and collectors looking to enrich their collections with a piece that combines historical significance and high precious metal value.