50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Child and Women Oppression) 1998 front 50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Child and Women Oppression) 1998 back
50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Child and Women Oppression) 1998 photo
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50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Child and Women Oppression

1998 year
Copper-nickel 4.6 g 19.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Vatican City
Pope
John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1998
Value
50 Lire (50&nbspVAL)
Currency
Lira (1929-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.6 g
Diameter
19.2 mm
Thickness
1.92 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#12936
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Woman and child oppressed by big hand

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.50

Translation: Vatican City

Engraver: Luciana De Simoni

Designer: Paolo Borghi

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Lire coin commemorating Ioannes Paulus II (Child and Women Oppression) features a unique design that highlights the importance of protecting children and women from oppression. The coin's reverse side depicts a child and a woman standing together, holding hands, and surrounded by a wreath of olive branches. The image symbolizes the bond between children and women and their collective strength in the face of adversity. The coin's obverse side features an image of Pope John Paul II, who was a vocal advocate for human rights and social justice throughout his papacy. The coin's design serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of promoting equality and protecting vulnerable populations.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1998 R 28500 - - - - - -

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