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10 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Sower of Peace
1997 year| Aluminium | 1.6 g | 23.3 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 10 Lire (10 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 23.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#52300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
An Angel playing the horn and, on the left, a pilgrim sowing olive trees.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.10
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Luciana De Simoni
Designer: Gabriella Titotto
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Sower of Peace) coin from Vatican City, minted in 1997, features an image of Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Vatican's coat of arms and the inscription "Civitas Vaticana." This coin is interesting because it serves as a symbol of the Pope's commitment to promoting peace and unity throughout the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 R | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Sower of Peace) 1997 coin.
