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10 000 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Resurrection
1999 year| Silver (.835) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 10 000 Lire (10 000 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Jesus Christ resurrects wrapped in a dazzling light, at the feet two figures blinded try to take cover
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
VERSO L'ANNO SANTO DEL 2000
L.10000 1999 R
Translation:
Vatican City State
Towards the Holy Year of 2000
Engraver: Eugenio Driutti
Designer: Enrico Manfrini
Edge
Segmented reeding
6 smooth segments - 6 reeded segments (9 grooves each)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is a significant event in Christianity. The coin's design depicts Jesus rising from the tomb, surrounded by angels and with a triumphant expression on his face. This design was created by the artist, Luigi Storni, and it is a striking representation of the Resurrection. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 R | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 000 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Resurrection) 1999 coin.
