© Ufficio Filatelico Numismatico Vaticano
© Ufficio Filatelico Numismatico Vaticano
20 Euros - Franciscus Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
2017 year| Gold (.917) | 6 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Francis (Franciscus) (2013-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 20 Euros 20 EUR = USD 22 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#131043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Saint Anthony appears in the form of a young religious, with baby Jesus in his arms and a lily flower in his hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
20
EURO
R
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
Translation:
20
EURO
R
VATICAN CITY
Engravers: Mariangela Crisciotti, Maria Angela Cassol
Edge
Milled.
Comment
The coin draws on a classical image of Saint Anthony appearing as a young religious with Child Jesus in his arms and a lily in his hand. The habit recalls his belonging to the Franciscan order, while the Child Jesus brings to mind the vision that occurred at Camposampiero expressing his devotion to the humanity of Christ and at the same time his intimacy with God. The lily represents his purity and struggle against the devil from his infancy.Interesting fact
The Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, featured on the 2017 Vatican City 20 Euro gold coin, is a significant pilgrimage site for Christians, particularly for those seeking blessings for the sick, the poor, and the lost.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 R | 1900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Euros - Franciscus (Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua) 2017 coin.
