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10 Euro - Franciscus 25th World Day of the Sick
2017 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Francis (Franciscus) (2013-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 10 Euros 10 EUR = USD 11 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#131042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
A man in the mouth of a monster, symbolizing illness. Our Lady of Lourdes can be recognized with the Rosary, the roses at her feet, along with the dove representing the Holy Spirit overlooking the scene.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
EURO 10 R
Translation:
VATICAN CITY
EURO 10 R
Engravers: Daniela Longo, Silvia Petrassi
Edge
Inscribed.
Lettering: MISERANDO ATQUE ELIGENDO + MMXVII +
Comment
The coin features a man in the mouth of a monster, symbolizing illness. Our Lady of Lourdes can be recognized with the Rosary, the roses at her feet, along with the dove representing the Holy Spirit overlooking the scene, all symbolizing the presence of God. We are never alone in the face of our difficulties, and the Lord sustains us and invites us to make of our own life experiences, even the negative ones, a witness of faith.Interesting fact
The 10 Euro Franciscus coin from Vatican City, issued in 2017 to commemorate the 25th World Day of the Sick, features an image of Pope Francis on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts a nurse tending to a patient, symbolizing the Catholic Church's commitment to caring for the sick and the vulnerable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 R | 5500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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