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Vatican Coins

Vatican numismatics is a fascinating field of study ranging from ancient papal coins to modern issues of the Vatican City State. Over the centuries, Vatican coinage has undergone numerous changes, reflecting the rich history and unique position of the Holy See in the world.

Current currency in circulation

Since 2002, the Vatican has used the euro as its official currency, following an agreement with the European Union. Vatican euro coins feature the portrait of the reigning Pope on their obverse, while the reverse is identical to the coins of other Eurozone countries. These coins are highly prized among collectors due to their limited mintage and their historical and religious significance.

Monetary history and relevant facts

Before the euro, the Vatican used the Vatican lira, which was in circulation from 1929 to 2002. An important milestone in Vatican numismatics was the issuance of the first gold coin in 1929, coinciding with the founding of the Vatican City State. Another highlight is the "Sede Vacante" series of coins, minted during the periods between papacies, which are especially rare and valuable to collectors.

Country Vatican
Flag
Coin Euro
Continent Europa
Capital city Ciudad del Vaticano
ISO2 VA
ISO3 VAT
Catalogued coins 704

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Ancient coins of Vatican

To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Vatican.

Lire Euro 2002-?

The most valuable coins

The most valuable Vatican coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

Coin catalogs related to Vatican

You can consult other coins related to Vatican, these catalogs are usually country history: former countries, unifications, independence provinces, colonies, etc.

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5 centesimi

KM#1 FO#11509
Year 1929-1937

10 centesimi

KM#2 FO#11512
Price 8,65€-10,70€
Year 1929-1938

20 centesimi

KM#3 FO#11520
Price 10,90€-14,10€
Year 1929-1937

50 centesimi

KM#4 FO#11522
Price 8,55€-9,60€
Year 1929-1937

1 lira

KM#5 FO#11523
Price 6,34€-15,13€
Year 1929-1937

2 lire

KM#6 FO#11524
Price 6,00€-15,24€
Year 1929-1937

5 lire

KM#7 FO#14828
Year 1929-1937

10 lire

KM#8 FO#14835
Price 37,50€-38,40€
Year 1929-1937

100 lire

KM#9 FO#14836
Year 1929-1935

100 lire

KM#10 FO#14837
Year 1936-1938

5 centesimi (Jubilee)

10 centesimi (Jubilee)

20 centesimi (Jubilee)

KM#13 FO#11527
Price 13,95€
Year 1933

50 centesimi (Jubilee)

1 lira (Jubilee)

KM#15 FO#11529
Year 1933

2 lire (Jubilee)

KM#16 FO#11530
Year 1933

5 lire (Jubilee)

KM#17 FO#14838
Price 17,50€
Year 1933

10 lire (Jubilee)

KM#18 FO#14839
Year 1933

100 lire (Jubilee)

5 liras (Headquarters Vacant)

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