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10 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Protection
1996 year| Aluminium | 1.6 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 10 Lire (10 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
A mother, holding child, coming out of a tunnel full of brambles and heading towards the light.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.10
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Eugenio Driutti
Designer: Orietta Rossi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Vatican's coat of arms and the inscription "Città del Vaticano" (Vatican City) in a beautiful cursive font.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 R | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Protection) 1996 coin.
