© Coinsberg
© Coinsberg
10 Diners Pope Benedict XVI
2005 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Andorra |
|---|---|
| Co-prince | Joan Enric Vives i Sicília (2003-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| Value | 10 Diners (10 ADD) |
| Currency | Diner (1977-2014) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#323106 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Benedict XVI with hands raised, gilt; Crystal cross at right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HABEMUS PAPAM - 19 - 04 - 2005
BENEDICTUS XVI
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Benedict XVI was elected the 265th pope at the age of 78. He is the oldest person to have been elected pope since Pope Clement XII (1730–1740). He served longer as a cardinal before becoming Pope than any Pontiff since Benedict XIII (1724–1730). Benedict and his Polish predecessor John Paul II were the first consecutive non-Italian popes since the seven consecutive Frenchmen of the Avignon Papacy (1309–1378). The last pope named Benedict was Benedict XV, an Italian who reigned from 1914 to 1922, during World War I (1914–1918).Interesting fact
The 10 Diners (Pope Benedict XVI) 2005 coin from Andorra features an image of Pope Benedict XVI on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of Andorra. This coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 28.28 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Andorra in 2005, which was a significant event for the small country. The coin's design and mintage were carefully planned to honor the Pope's visit and to create a lasting memory for those who attended the event.
