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20 Euros - Benedictus XVI Giuseppe Verdi
2013 year| Silver (.925) | 26 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XVI (Benedictus XVI) (2005-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 20 Euros 20 EUR = USD 22 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#48587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
On the left a portrait of Giuseppe Verdi, in the background a view of the Busseto's theater. At the right female figure and others egyptian elements representing the opera "Aida".
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R
G. VERDI 1813·1901
20 EURO
Translation:
VATICAN CITY
R
G. VERDI 1813·1901
20 EURO
Engravers: Daniela Longo, Luciana De Simoni
Edge
Milled
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Pope Benedict XVI, also known as Joseph Ratzinger, who was a renowned music lover and even played the piano. The coin's design is inspired by Giuseppe Verdi's opera "Nabucco," which is why the coin's reverse side features an image of the opera's famous "Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves." This coin is a unique blend of religion, music, and art, making it a truly distinctive collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 R | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Euros - Benedictus XVI (Giuseppe Verdi) 2013 coin.
