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5 Lire - Pivs XI
| Silver (.835) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XI (1922-1939) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1929-1937 |
| Value | 5 Lire (5 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#10411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
Saint Peter in a boat during a storm on the Sea of Galilee.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L·5
1932
Translation: STATO DELLA CITTA' DEL VATICANO (State name of Vatican City)
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Lettered
Lettering: P C I R C
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Lire - Pivs XI 1929-1937 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 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1934 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1935 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lire - Pivs XI 1929-1937 coin.
