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20 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Annunciation
1983 year| Aluminium bronze | 3.6 g | 21.30 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1983 |
| Value | 20 Lire (20 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21.30 mm |
| Thickness | 1.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
The Archangel Gabriel on the left and the Virgin Mary kneeled on the right , both irradiated by the light of the Holy Spirit coming from a dove above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L. 20
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Enrico Manfrini
Designer: Nicola Morelli
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Annunciation, a significant event in Christianity where the angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would give birth to Jesus. The coin's design highlights the importance of this event in the Catholic Church, which is reflected in the coin's mintage by the Vatican City.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 R | 96500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Annunciation) 1983 coin.
