State Emblem of People's Republic of Poland - crownless eagle with head turned left and outstretched wings, flanked by year 19-88. Mintmark under talons.
Around POLSKA RZECZPOSPOLITA LUDOWA, below Zl 5000 Zl
Description reverse
Half-length bust of Pope John Paul II in prayerful pose facing left. Designer's monogram below
JAN PAWEl II X LAT PONTYFIKATU