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100 Lire - Ioannes Pavlvs II Handicap and Solidarity
1994 year| Copper-nickel | 4.5 g | 21.8 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1994 |
| Value | 100 Lire (100 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#3619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Four basketball players, one sitting in a wheelchair
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.100
A.CANEVARI
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Angelo Canevari
Edge
Segmented reeding
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that highlights the importance of accessibility and solidarity. The coin's reverse side depicts a person in a wheelchair, surrounded by the words "Handicap and Solidarity" in Latin, underscoring the importance of inclusion and support for people with disabilities. This design was chosen to commemorate the visit of Pope John Paul II to the United Nations in 1994, where he emphasized the need for greater accessibility and solidarity in society. The coin's design serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of promoting accessibility and inclusion for all individuals, regardless of their abilities.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 R | 38000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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