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1 Euro - Benedictus XVI 1st map
| Bimetallic: copper-nickel clad nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 7.5 g | 23.25 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XVI (Benedictus XVI) (2005-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2006-2007 |
| Value | 1 Euro 1 EUR = USD 1.10 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel clad nickel centre in nickel brass ring |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 23.25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 27% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the gathering of the fifteen states of the European Union.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 EURO
LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Segmented reeding.
Comment
- Euroset BU, Euro series 2006, Pope Benedict XVI, print run: 85,000, complete series from 1 Cent to 2 Euro.- Euroset BE, Euro series 2006, Pope Benedict XVI, print run: 16,000, complete series from 1 Cent to 2 Euro + 1 commemorative silver medal.
- Euroset BU, Euro series 2007, Pope Benedict XVI, print run: 85,000, complete set of 1 Cent to 2 Euro.
- Euroset BE, Euro 2007 series, Pope Benedict XVI, print run: 16,000, complete series from 1 Cent to 2 Euro + 1 commemorative silver medal.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a map of the world on one side and an image of Pope Benedict XVI on the other. This design was created to symbolize the Pope's message of unity and peace among all nations.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2007 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Euro - Benedictus XVI (1st map) 2006-2007 coin.
