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10 Lire - Pivs XII
| Silver (.835) | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1939-1941 |
| Value | 10 Lire (10 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#32144 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Lire - Pivs XII 1939-1941 coin from Vatican City is that it was minted during a unique historical period. The coin was issued during the papacy of Pope Pius XII, who was the Pope from 1939 to 1958. This was a time of great turmoil, as World War II was taking place, and the Vatican City was under the control of the fascist regime of Benito Mussolini. Despite these challenges, the Vatican City continued to mint coins, including this 10 Lire coin, which was made of silver and weighed 10 grams. This coin is a tangible reminder of the Vatican City's resilience and determination to maintain its independence and sovereignty during a time of great upheaval.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 4000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Lire - Pivs XII 1939-1941 coin.
