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20 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Evangelist John
1985 year| Aluminium bronze | 3.6 g | 21.25 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 20 Lire (20 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 21.25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#6764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Stylised eagle holding the Gospel, on which are written the letters "Io"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L. 20
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Guido Veroi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing an image of Pope John Paul II on one side and the Evangelist John on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the Pope's visit to Vatican City in 1985 and is a rare collectible for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 R | 74000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Evangelist John) 1985 coin.
