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20 Centesimi - Pivs XII
| Stainless steel | 3.9 g | 21.7 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1940-1941 |
| Value | 20 Centesimi (0.20 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 3.9 g |
| Diameter | 21.7 mm |
| Thickness | 1.74 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12057 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Paul left, value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTÀ DEL VATICANO
C. 20
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Centesimi - Pivs XII 1940-1941 coin from Vatican City is that it was minted during World War II, specifically between 1940 and 1941. Despite the war, the Vatican City continued to produce its own currency, which was used within the city-state. This coin, made of stainless steel and weighing 3.9 grams, was a circulating coin used by residents and visitors to the Vatican City during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 64000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 125000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Centesimi - Pivs XII 1940-1941 coin.
