2 Lire - Pius XII (1940 - 1941)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Lire |
| Catalog Number | KM# 27a |
| Weight (g) | 10 |
| Diameter (mm) | 29 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Stainless Steel |
| Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Aurelio Mistruzzi and Attilio Silvio Motti
Lettering:
PIVS · XII · PONTIF
EX · MAXIMVS · A · III
19 41
Description:
Coat of arms of Pope Pius XII surmounted by tiara, crossed keys behind.
PIVS · XII · PONTIF
EX · MAXIMVS · A · III
19 41
Description:
Coat of arms of Pope Pius XII surmounted by tiara, crossed keys behind.
Reverse
Engraved by Aurelio Mistruzzi and Attilio Silvio Motti
Lettering:
STATO DELLA CIT
TA' DEL VATICANO
L. 2
Description:
The Good Shepherd.
STATO DELLA CIT
TA' DEL VATICANO
L. 2
Description:
The Good Shepherd.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 40,000 | Common | |
| 1941 | 270,000 | Very Common |