Vatican City 500 Lire - Ioannes Paulus II, 1991
Social Doctrine
Information
Country
Vatican City
Vatican City
Currency
Lira
(1929 – 2001)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
500 Lire
Year
1991
Ruler
John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II)
(1978–2005)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
11
Diameter (mm)
29.1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
500 Lire from Vatican City. Issued in 1991. Struck in Silver (.835). Measures 29.1 mm and weighs 11 g.
- Obverse
- John Paul II facing right while praying on the cross (John Paul II Supreme Pontiff Year 13 1991)
- Reverse
- Radiant cross above stylized buildings (Vatican City)
- Edge
- Inscription in relief (Commemorative Year of the Social Church Doctrine)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | unc | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 R | 40K | € 17,00 | A. XIII |
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