Czechoslovakia 100 korun Sculptor Otakar Spaniel Art PR67 PCGS silver coin 1981

The 1981 Czechoslovakia 100 korun silver coin commemorates the distinguished Czech sculptor and medalist Otakar Španiel, one of the most influential artists in the history of Czechoslovak medallic and coin design. Issued by the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic, the coin honors the centenary of his birth and celebrates his contribution to national art and numismatic sculpture.

The obverse features a refined left-facing portrait of Otakar Španiel. The sculptural rendering highlights the artist’s thoughtful expression, carefully modeled facial features, and smooth contours that emphasize the medallic tradition he helped shape. Beneath the portrait appears his engraved signature “O. Španiel,” along with the commemorative dates “1881–1981,” marking one hundred years since his birth. The clean background and balanced composition draw full attention to the portrait, reflecting the elegance typical of Czechoslovak coin artistry.

The reverse displays the national emblem of the Czechoslovak Socialist Republic — a heraldic rampant lion standing within a pentagonal shield and bearing a smaller shield with a stylized flame on its chest. Above the shield appears a five-pointed star. Around the emblem runs the inscription “ČESKOSLOVENSKÁ SOCIALISTICKÁ REPUBLIKA,” while the denomination “100 Kčs” is placed below. Small decorative linden leaf ornaments appear near the denomination, symbolizing Czech national heritage.

Struck in silver with a deep cameo Proof finish and certified PR67DCAM by PCGS, this coin represents an important tribute to a master sculptor and an excellent collectible for enthusiasts of European art, sculpture, and classic Czechoslovak numismatics.

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