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2 Lire - Pivs XII
1939 year| Nickel | 10.2 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1939 |
| Value | 2 Lire (2 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 10.2 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#6341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Standing figure
Script: Latin
Lettering: STATO DELLA CITTA DEL VATICANO
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 2 Lire coin from Vatican City, minted in 1939 during the reign of Pope Pius XII, features an interesting design on its reverse side. The coin depicts the iconic Vatican City landmark, St. Peter's Basilica, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was chosen to symbolize the spiritual and historical significance of the Basilica, which is considered one of the holiest sites in Christendom.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1939 coin.
