1 Euro - John Paul II (2002 - 2005)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 347 |
| Weight (g) | 7.5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23.25 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.33 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bi-metallic Copper-Nickel plated Nickel center in Nickel-Brass ring |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 1.18 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
Obverse
Engraved by Guido Veroi and Uliana Pernazza
Lettering:
GV ⠂UP INC.
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R
2005
GV ⠂UP INC.
CITTA' DEL VATICANO
R
2005
Reverse
Engraved by Luc Luycx
Lettering:
1 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of the 15 EU Member States in their entirety. Six fine lines cross the map (interrupted by land masses), each ending with a star, representing the twelve stars of the European flag. The word EURO is superimposed across the map, and a large numeral 1 appears on the left. The designer’s initials “LL” (Luc Luycx) are also present.
1 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of the 15 EU Member States in their entirety. Six fine lines cross the map (interrupted by land masses), each ending with a star, representing the twelve stars of the European flag. The word EURO is superimposed across the map, and a large numeral 1 appears on the left. The designer’s initials “LL” (Luc Luycx) are also present.
Edge
Description:
Alternating reeded and smooth sections.
Alternating reeded and smooth sections.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 R | 6,000 | Not Common | |
| 2002 R | 65,000 | In sets only | Unknown |
| 2002 R | 9,000 | Proof | Rare |
| 2003 R | 65,000 | In sets only | Not Common |
| 2003 R | 13,000 | Proof | Not Common |
| 2004 R | 85,000 | In sets only | Not Common |
| 2004 R | 16,000 | Proof | Not Common |
| 2005 R | 85,000 | In sets only | Not Common |
| 2005 R | 16,000 | Proof | Not Common |