50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Refuge of Sinners) 1987 front 50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Refuge of Sinners) 1987 back
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50 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Refuge of Sinners

1987 year
Acmonital 6.2 g 24.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Vatican City
Pope
John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1987
Value
50 Lire (50&nbspVAL)
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
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#14117
Rarity index
18%

Reverse

Virgin Mary, with open arms, iprotecting some faithful kneeling at her feet, some buildings in the background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R L.50

Translation: Vatican City

Engraver: Angelo Canevari

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing Pope John Paul II with an open arms gesture, symbolizing his message of love and acceptance. The coin's design was created by the artist, L. L. Rizzi, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists and Catholic enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987 R 80000 - - - - - -

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 (Refuge of Sinners) 1987 coin.