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2 Lire - Pivs XII
| Stainless steel | 10.2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1940-1941 |
| Value | 2 Lire (2 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#17405 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
David with sheep over shoulders, value divided below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L. 2
MISTRVZZI
A·MOTT·INC·
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Lire - Pivs XII 1940-1941 coin from Vatican City is that it was minted during a unique historical period. The coin was issued during World War II, when the Vatican City was under the rule of Pope Pius XII, who was known for his controversial stance towards the war and his alleged silence in the face of Nazi atrocities. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of the Vatican's presence and influence during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 R | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 R | 270000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Lire - Pivs XII 1940-1941 coin.
