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10 Lire - Ioannes XXIII
| Aluminium | 1.6 g | 23.3 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John XXIII (Ioannes XXIII) (1958-1963) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1959-1962 |
| Value | 10 Lire (10 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 23.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Prudence kneeling holding snake
Script: Latin
Engraver: Pietro Giampaoli
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Lire - Ioannes XXIII 1959-1962 coin from Vatican City is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portrait of Pope John XXIII on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the Vatican City's coat of arms and the value of the coin. This coin was minted during Pope John XXIII's papacy, which lasted from 1958 to 1963, and it was one of the first coins to be issued by the Vatican City after it gained independence in 1929.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1960 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1961 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1962 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lire - Ioannes XXIII 1959-1962 coin.
