© Emiliano Micalizzi
© Emiliano Micalizzi
1000 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Sollecitudo Rei Socialis
1988 year| Silver (.835) | 14.6 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 1000 Lire (1000 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 14.6 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Coat of Arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.1000
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Guido Veroi
Edge
Embossed script
Script: Latin
Lettering: TOTVS TVVS +++ MCMLXXXVIII +++
Translation: All Your 1988
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Pope John Paul II on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Vatican's coat of arms and the inscription "Sollecitudo Rei Socialis" which translates to "Concern for Social Justice." This coin was minted in 1988 and has a limited mintage of 25,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and those interested in Vatican City's numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 R | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Sollecitudo Rei Socialis) 1988 coin.
