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5 Cèntims Pope Benedictus XVI
2006 year| Brass | 5.5 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Andorra |
|---|---|
| Co-prince | Joan Enric Vives i Sicília (2003-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 5 Cèntims (0.05 ADD) |
| Currency | Diner (1977-2014) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#77382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Portrait of Joseph Ratzinger in his time as Archbishop
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JOSEPH RATZINGER
ARQUEBISBE 25.3.1977
Translation:
Joseph Ratzinger
Archbishop 25.3.1977
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Coin belonging to the 2006 Series dedicated to the new Pope Benedictus XVI, commemorating his ecclesiastical appointments according to the following list:Priest (29.6.1951) 1 Cèntim & 2 Cèntims / Archbishop (25.3.1977) 5 Cèntims & 10 Cèntims /
Cardinal (27.6.1977) 25 Cèntims & 50 Cèntims / Pope (19.4.2005) 1 Diner & 2 Diners
Interesting fact
The 5 Cèntims coin featuring Pope Benedictus XVI, issued by Andorra in 2006, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center. This is a distinct characteristic that sets it apart from other coins, and it was intentionally designed this way to represent the Pope's mitre, a traditional headpiece worn by Catholic bishops.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cèntims (Pope Benedictus XVI) 2006 coin.
