10 Euros - Benedictus XVI Priestly Ordination
2011 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XVI (Benedictus XVI) (2005-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| 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#42474 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Two fishermen hauling in net
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
10 EURO R
Engravers: Giuliano Imperatori, Guido Veroi
Edge
Lettering: COOPERATORES VERITATIS + MMXI +
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI's priestly ordination, which took place on June 29, 1961. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on the obverse side, while the reverse side features an image of the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica, where the Pope was ordained. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and fans of the Pope.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 R | 9998 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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