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1 Diner Pope Bendictus XV
2012 year| Silver (.999) | 3.11 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Andorra |
|---|---|
| Co-prince | Joan Enric Vives i Sicília (2003-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2012 |
| Value | 1 Diner (1 ADD) |
| Currency | Diner (1977-2014) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#345027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Portrait of the 258th Pope Benedict XV with the main facade and dome of the Church of Saint Peter in the Vatican
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BENEDICTUS PP. XV
1914 - 1922
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Pre-Issue price for the 9-coin-set was €199.00 - Regular Price: €409.00.This coin belongs to the 2012 1 Diner Series dedicated to the "Popes of the 20th Century".
Benedictus XV: The pontificate of Benedictus XV (1914-1921) took place during World War I. During the years that the conflict lasted, the Church declared itself impartial and neutral. This Pope, who established diplomatic relations with different nations, is known as 'the good Samaritan of humanity'. He restored relations between the Holy See and the governments of France and England and promulgated a new Code of Canon Law in 1917.
Interesting fact
The 1 Diner coin from Andorra featuring Pope Benedictus XV, made of silver (.999) and weighing 3.11g, is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors or special occasions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Diner (Pope Bendictus XV) 2012 coin.
