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5 Centesimi - Pius XI
| Bronze | 3.25 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XI (1922-1939) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1929-1938 |
| Value | 5 Centesimi (0.05 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.56 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1948 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#3307 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Olive branch, state name, value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTA' DEL VATICANO
C. 5
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centesimi - Pius XI 1929-1938 coin from Vatican City is that it features a unique design that reflects the city-state's religious heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of Pope Pius XI, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted, while the reverse side features an image of the Vatican's iconic St. Peter's Basilica. This design was chosen to symbolize the close relationship between the Vatican City and the Catholic Church.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1934 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1935 | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 62000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 | 62000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centesimi - Pius XI 1929-1938 coin.