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50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Guardian Angel

1996 year
Copper-nickel 4.45 g 19.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Vatican City
Pope
John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1996
Value
50 Lire (50&nbspVAL)
Currency
Lira (1929-2001)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.45 g
Diameter
19.2 mm
Thickness
1.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#14115
Rarity index
39%

Reverse

Guardian angel protecting a child from an explosion.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.50

Translation: Vatican City

Engraver: Eugenio Driutti

Designer: Orietta Rossi

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Pope John Paul II on one side and an image of the Guardian Angel on the other side. This coin was minted in 1996 to commemorate the Pope's visit to the Vatican City. The Guardian Angel is a symbol of protection and guidance, and the coin's design reflects the Pope's message of peace and hope.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996 R 35000 - - - - - -

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