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5 Centesimi - Pivs XII
| Aluminium bronze | 2.95 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1939-1941 |
| Value | 5 Centesimi (0.05 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 39% |
Reverse
Olive branch, state name, value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTÀ DEL VATICANO
C. 5
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centesimi - Pivs XII 1939-1941 coin from Vatican City is that it features a unique design that reflects the city-state's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of Pope Pius XII, who was the Pope at the time the coin was minted, while the reverse side features the Vatican City's coat of arms, which includes the keys of St. Peter and the papal tiara. This design was chosen to symbolize the city-state's strong religious heritage and its connection to the Catholic Church.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 62000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 62000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centesimi - Pivs XII 1939-1941 coin.
