20 Lire - John Paul II (1979 - 1980)
Features
| Denomination | 20 Lire |
| Catalog Number | KM# 144 |
| Weight (g) | 3.6 |
| Diameter (mm) | 21.55 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Aluminum-Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | |
| Demonetized | 2002-01-01 |
Obverse
Engraved by Guido Veroi
Lettering:
IOANNES PAVLVS II
P.M.A.I MCMLXXIX
Description:
Pope John Paul II facing left.
IOANNES PAVLVS II
P.M.A.I MCMLXXIX
Description:
Pope John Paul II facing left.
Reverse
Engraved by Guido Veroi
Lettering:
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L. 20
FORTITUDO
Description:
Fortitude divides denomination, name of country above, date below.
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
L. 20
FORTITUDO
Description:
Fortitude divides denomination, name of country above, date below.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 120,000 | Very Common | |
| 1980 | 265,000 | Very Common |