© Ufficio Filatelico Numismatico Vaticano
© Ufficio Filatelico Numismatico Vaticano
10 Euros - Franciscus Baptism
2017 year| Gold (.917) | 3 g | 13.85 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 | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 13.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#119408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
The coin depicts the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan with water descending on his head from a seashell, a Christian symbol of the generating force of new life. With baptism we are reborn as children of God, incorporated into the Church, and made participants of its mission.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R
10 EURO
Translation:
VATICAN CITY
R
10 EURO
Engravers: Daniela Fusco, Ettore Lorenzo Frapiccini
Edge
Scalloped.
Interesting fact
The 10 Euro Franciscus (Baptism) 2017 coin from Vatican City is a unique piece as it features a portrait of Pope Francis, designed by sculptor Luigi Oldani, which is not commonly found on other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 R | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Euros - Franciscus (Baptism) 2017 coin.
