CZECH REPUBLIC. 1992-pres. Set of 4 coins (Gold, 57.20 g), on Karel IV (1316-1378) and his achievements. Jablonec nad Nisou, 1998. Four denominations: 10,000 Kroun 1998 (Friedberg 5. KM 41), 5,000 Kroun 1998 (Friedberg 6. KM 40), 2,500 Kroun 1998 (Friedberg 7. KM 39), 1,000 Korun (Friedberg 8. KM 38). Very rare. In original capsules and case. Proof.


This highly sought-after and prestigious coin set pays tribute to the legendary Karl IV, King of Bohemia from 1347 and Holy Roman Emperor from 1355, honoring his remarkable achievements of 1348.

The 10,000-Korun coin commemorates the founding of Prague’s New Town.
The 5,000-Korun coin celebrates the establishment of Charles University.
The 2,500-Korun coin honors the issuance of the Bohemian Crown Charters.
The 1,000-Korun coin marks the founding of Karlštejn Castle.

The 1,000-crown coin was minted in proof quality only 2,210 times, while all other denominations were limited to just 2,000 proof strikes.