Czechoslovakia 50 korun Sculptor Josef Myslbek PR67 PCGS silver coin 1972

The 1972 Czechoslovakia 50 korun silver coin honors the renowned Czech sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek, one of the most influential figures of Czech monumental art. Issued during the period of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic, this commemorative coin celebrates the legacy of the artist whose sculptures helped shape the visual identity of Prague and Czech national culture.

The obverse of the coin features a finely engraved left-facing portrait of Josef Václav Myslbek. His realistic profile shows detailed facial features, short hair, a mustache and beard, capturing the character of the sculptor with remarkable precision. Along the rim appears his name, while the years of his life are placed beside the portrait, emphasizing the commemorative nature of the issue.

The reverse displays the coat of arms of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic: a heraldic shield with the powerful Czech lion standing upright with a double tail. Beneath the shield is the denomination 50, while the surrounding legend forms a circular composition that frames the national emblem. The elegant prooflike surfaces create a strong contrast between the mirrored fields and the frosted relief elements.

Josef Václav Myslbek (1848–1922) is best known for the monumental statue of Saint Wenceslas in Prague’s Wenceslas Square and for many other sculptures that defined Czech national artistic identity. His work bridged classical sculptural traditions with the emerging spirit of modern Czech culture.

Struck in silver and certified PCGS PR67CAM, this coin represents a beautifully preserved example of Czechoslovak commemorative coinage dedicated to art and national heritage. Its historical theme, artistic design, and high grade make it an attractive piece for collectors of European coins and art-related numismatics.

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