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100 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Self-denial for Children
1989 year| Acmonital | 8 g | 27.75 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 100 Lire (100 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Pelican feeding its babies in a vineyard
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L. 100
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Enrico Manfrini
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The figure of the Pelican has become the symbol of the abnegation with which children are loved in the Christian community.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the visit of Pope John Paul II to Vatican City in 1989. The coin's design features an image of the Pope on one side and the Vatican City's coat of arms on the other. The coin's unique feature is that it was made of Acmonital, a rare metal alloy that is resistant to corrosion and has a distinctive silver-like appearance. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in religious memorabilia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 R | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Self-denial for Children) 1989 coin.
