© Emiliano Micalizzi
© Emiliano Micalizzi
500 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Holy Year
1983 year| Silver (.835) | 11 g | 29.1 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1983 |
| Value | 500 Lire (500 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#14142 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Jesus with open arms prevailing over evil, represented below, while a Cross is drawn above. In the background people and some buildings and churches are represented. On the right, The basilica of Saint Peter
Script: Latin
Engraver: Enrico Manfrini
Edge
Embossed script
Script: Latin
Lettering: +++ TOTVS TVVS +++AN. IVBILAEI
Translation: All your Jubilee year
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Holy Year of 1983, which was a significant event in the Catholic Church. The coin's design features an image of Pope John Paul II on one side and the Vatican's coat of arms on the other. The coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and fans of the Pope.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 R | 130500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Holy Year) 1983 coin.
