Obverse © Emiliano Micalizzi – Reverse © tolnomur (CC BY-NC-SA)
Obverse © Emiliano Micalizzi – Reverse © tolnomur (CC BY-NC-SA)
100 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Resurrection
1991 year| Acmonital | 3.2 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 100 Lire (100 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.86 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Jesus resurrecting, with his right arm raised upwards, holding a cross in his left hand, denomination and mint mark to left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTÁ del VATICANO
L.100
R
N.MORELLI
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Nicola Morelli
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Pope John Paul II on one side and an image of the Resurrection on the other. The coin was minted to commemorate the Pope's visit to the Vatican in 1991 and is made of a rare metal called Acmonital, which is a type of alloy that is resistant to corrosion and has a low melting point. This makes the coin not only visually striking but also durable and long-lasting, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 R | 48000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Resurrection) 1991 coin.
