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20 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Harvest
1989 year| Bronzital | 3.6 g | 21.25 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 20 Lire (20 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Bronzital |
| 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#12302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Men, women and children picking the grapes in a vineyard
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L. 20
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Enrico Manfrini
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that represents the theme of harvest, which is fitting given the name of the Pope it commemorates, Ioannes Paulus II, who was known for his efforts to promote agriculture and rural development. The coin's design includes an image of a farmer working in a field, surrounded by sheaves of wheat and other crops, symbolizing the importance of hard work and the bounty of the earth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 R | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Harvest) 1989 coin.
