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50 Centesimi - Pivs XII
| Stainless steel | 6 g | 24.2 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Pius XII (1939-1958) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1940-1941 |
| Value | 50 Centesimi (0.50 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Stainless steel |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 24.2 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12061 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Archangel Michael
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CITTÀ DEL VATICANO
C.50
Engraver: Aurelio Mistruzzi
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Centesimi coin from Vatican City, minted between 1940 and 1941, features an image of Pope Pius XII on one side and the Vatican coat of arms on the other. This coin was made of stainless steel and weighed 6 grams. It's interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of great turmoil in Europe, with World War II raging across the continent. Despite the challenges of this time period, the Vatican continued to produce currency, with this coin being one example of their efforts to maintain economic stability.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 52000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Centesimi - Pivs XII 1940-1941 coin.
