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50 000 Lire - John Paul II San Giovanni in Laterano
1996 year| Gold (.917) | 7.5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 50 000 Lire (50 000 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#259214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross between John the Babtist and St. John the Evangelist.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
1996
L.50000
R
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Giovanni Contri
Edge
Reeded.
Interesting fact
The 50,000 Lire coin featuring John Paul II (San Giovanni in Laterano) 1996 from Vatican City is a unique and valuable collector's item. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Papal Apology, a historic event in which Pope John Paul II publicly apologized for the wrongdoings of the Catholic Church throughout history. This coin serves as a symbol of the Church's commitment to acknowledging and making amends for past mistakes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 R | 6000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 000 Lire - John Paul II (San Giovanni in Laterano) 1996 coin.
