What is written on the Vatican euro coins?

When the new pope was elected, the third series of Vatican euro coins were issued on 27 April 2006 and feature the effigy of Pope Benedict XVI. The coins carry an inscription “Città del Vaticano” and the twelve stars of Europe. The details of this design are published in the Official Journal of the European Union.

What is a pope Francis coin?

When Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church, he chose the name Francis in honor of St. Francis of Assisi who was known for rebuilding the church, saving it from moraldecay and refocusing it on the poor.

What is the most valuable 2 Euro coin?

#1 2007 Monaco Grace Kelly 2 euro coin The most expensive euro coin is the 2007 Grace Kelly 2 euro coin. Why this coin is so valuable? It was the rarest 2 euro commemorative coin between 2007 and 2014 (mintage of 20 000 pcs.).

What is the official currency of the Vatican?

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How can I see Pope Francis?

The easiest way to ensure that you have a chance to see the Pope in person is to attend a Papal audience or Mass. The Papal Audience is held every Wednesday that Pope Francis is in Rome. The audience typically begins around 10 or 10:30 AM and lasts for an hour to an hour and a half.

Who is on the euro coin of the Vatican?

As all the Vatican Euro coins, this shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. 50 Euro Cents: As all the Vatican Euro coins, this shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left. 20 Euro Cents: As all the Vatican Euro coins, this shows a portrait of His Holiness Pope John Paul II, facing left.

When did the Vatican start using the Euro?

On new year’s day 2002, The Vatican, like the other 11 members of the Eurozone, started using Euro notes and Euro coins for cash transactions. Within a few months, the old coins and banknotes in Lire have been withdrawn.

What is the face-value of the coins minted?

The number of coins minted being small, the collector value is relatively high. Initially the face-value of the coins minted was around € 600.000 to € 700.000. In 2004 this was increased to around € 1 million

How is the Vatican euro set packaged?

Our Vatican Euro sets are packaged in an attractive card within a 2-sided plastic case so that the coins can be viewed from both sides or removed if required. We have information about official issue mintor proof sets.