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10 Euro Cents - Benedictus XVI 1st map
Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 4.1 g | 19.75 mm |
Issuer | Vatican City |
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Pope | Benedict XVI (Benedictus XVI) (2005-2013) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Years | 2006-2007 |
Value | 10 Euro Cents 0.10 EUR = USD 0.11 |
Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
Composition | Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) |
Weight | 4.1 g |
Diameter | 19.75 mm |
Thickness | 1.93 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#231 |
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Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, symbolizes the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
10
EURO
CENT
LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Indented
Interesting fact
The 10 Euro Cents coin featuring Benedictus XVI (1st map) from Vatican City is unique in that it was minted using a special alloy called Nordic gold, which is composed of 89% copper, 5% aluminum, 5% zinc, and 1% tin. This alloy gives the coin a distinctive color and durability.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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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 10 Euro Cents - Benedictus XVI (1st map) 2006-2007 coin.