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10 Euro Cents - Ioannes Paulus II
Nordic gold (89% Copper, 5% Aluminium, 5% Zinc, 1% Tin) | 4.10 g | 19.75 mm |
Issuer | Vatican City |
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Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 2002-2005 |
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 | 4.10 g |
Diameter | 19.75 mm |
Thickness | 1.93 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#215 |
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Rarity index | 24% |
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 from Vatican City featuring Ioannes Paulus II (2002-2005) is interesting because it is made of Nordic gold, a unique alloy that is 89% copper, 5% aluminum, 5% zinc, and 1% tin. This coin is one of the few coins in the world to use this distinctive gold-colored alloy, making it stand out from other coins.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2002 R | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2003 R | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2004 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
2005 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 - Ioannes Paulus II 2002-2005 coin.