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50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Evangelist Mark
1985 year| Acmonital | 6.2 g | 24.8 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 50 Lire (50 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Acmonital |
| Weight | 6.2 g |
| Diameter | 24.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#9160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Winged lion holding the Gospel, on which are written the letters "Mc"
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L. 50
Translation: Vatican City
Engraver: Guido Veroi
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Lire coin featuring Ioannes Paulus II (Evangelist Mark) issued by Vatican City in 1985 is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the Pope's connection to the Bible. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Pope John Paul II, while the reverse side depicts a scene from the Gospel of Mark, specifically the healing of the blind man, which is a significant event in the Pope's namesake's book. This design serves as a reminder of the Pope's role as a spiritual leader and his connection to the teachings of the Bible.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 R | 74000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Evangelist Mark) 1985 coin.
