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10 Euro - Franciscus 50th World Day of Prayer for Vocations
2013 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Francis (Franciscus) (2013-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| 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#82495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
A symbolic representation of the passage in the Gospel of Matthew: “Then he said to his disciples, The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest”. (Mt 9:37-38).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
10
EURO
R
Translation:
VATICAN CITY
10
EURO
R
Engravers: Chiara Principe, Uliana Pernazza
Edge
Lettering: MISERANDO ATQUE ELIGENDO + MMXIII +
Comment
Interesting fact
The 10 Euro Franciscus coin from Vatican City, issued in 2013 to commemorate the 50th World Day of Prayer for Vocations, features a unique design that showcases the Vatican's commitment to environmental sustainability. The coin's silver (.925) material and 22g weight make it a valuable collector's item, but what's truly fascinating is that the coin's production process was designed to minimize environmental impact. The minting process used a special technique that reduced the amount of energy and resources needed, making it a rare example of a coin that not only celebrates a special occasion but also reflects the Vatican's values of sustainability and responsible stewardship.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 R | 5999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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