Czechoslovakia 100 korun Composer Bedrich Smetana PR67 PCGS silver coin 1974

The 1974 Czechoslovakia 100 korun silver coin commemorates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Bedřich Smetana, a pioneering composer who laid the foundations of Czech national music. Through his operas, orchestral works, and symphonic poems, Smetana expressed the spirit and cultural identity of the Czech people. His celebrated cycle Má vlast (“My Homeland”) remains one of the most important works in Romantic classical music and a symbol of national heritage.

The obverse of the coin presents a finely sculpted right-facing portrait of Bedřich Smetana. The design captures his distinctive long hair, beard, and thoughtful expression, reflecting the personality of the composer. Along the rim appears his name, while the commemorative dates 1824–1974 mark the 150th anniversary of his birth. Beneath the portrait are subtle engraved lines and the engraver’s initials, adding delicate artistic detail to the composition.

The reverse features the emblem of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic. At the center stands the heraldic Czech lion within a shield, topped by a five-pointed star. The lion holds a small shield on its chest, and the denomination 100 Kčs appears below the emblem, surrounded by the circular inscription of the country’s name.

Struck in silver with a proof finish and certified PCGS PR67, the coin displays reflective mirrored fields and sharp relief details. Combining musical heritage, national symbolism, and high-quality minting, this commemorative piece is an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of classical music, European history, and certified world silver coinage.

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