© Michele Rebora
© Michele Rebora
500 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II Virgin Mary
1984 year| Silver (.835) | 11 g | 29.3 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1984 |
| Value | 500 Lire (500 VAL) |
| Currency | Lira (1929-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#24119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 45% |
Reverse
John Paul II kneeling in front of Virgin Mary standing, an olive branch next them. Behind the Calvary mount scene on the left and Saint Peter Basilica on the right.
Script: Latin
Engraver: Angelo Canevari
Edge
Embossed script
Lettering: + REGALI EX PROGENIE MARIA EXORTA REFVLGET
Translation: Mary, descending from a royal lineage, shines
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II (Virgin Mary) 1984 coin from Vatican City is that it features a unique design that showcases the Vatican's commitment to artistic and cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Pope John Paul II, while the reverse side depicts the Virgin Mary, both designed by the Italian artist, Giuseppe Spizzirri. The coin's silver content and limited mintage of 30,000 pieces also make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 R | 66000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Virgin Mary) 1984 coin.
