100 Lire - Pivs XII
| Gold (.900) | 5.19 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1951-1956 |
| Value | 100 Lire (100 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 5.19 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#94997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Caritas standing facing holding child with another at feet
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L·100
1951
CARITAS
Interesting fact
The 100 Lire - Pivs XII 1951-1956 coin from Vatican City is an interesting piece of numismatic history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was minted during the papacy of Pope Pius XII, who was known for his efforts to protect Jews during World War II. Despite the coin being made of gold, it was not circulated and was instead kept as a collector's item, making it a rare and valuable piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1954 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1955 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Lire - Pivs XII 1951-1956 coin.
