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1000 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Peace
1997 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in bronzital ring | 8.9 g | 26.9 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel centre in bronzital ring |
| Weight | 8.9 g |
| Diameter | 26.9 mm |
| Thickness | 2.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12174 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Papal coat of arms within circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R 1997 L. 1000
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Luciana De Simoni
Designer: Gabriella Titotto
Edge
Segmented reeding
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that represents peace. The coin's obverse side depicts Pope John Paul II with an olive branch in his hand, symbolizing his commitment to promoting peace and harmony. The reverse side features a dove, which is a universal symbol of peace, surrounded by an olive wreath. This design was created by the artist, L. L. Lucignani, and it adds to the coin's beauty and significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 R | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Peace) 1997 coin.
