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20 Euros - Franciscus Ascension of Christ
| Issuer | Vatican City State |
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| Year | 2018 |
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| Value | 20 Euros |
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| Obverse description | The obverse displays the papal coat of arms of Pope Francis, featuring a shield charged with the Christogram IHS surmounted by a radiant sun, a star, and a sprig of spikenard, flanked by the crossed keys of Saint Peter and the papal tiara above. The motto 'MISERANDO ATQUE ELIGENDO' is inscribed on a curved ribbon at the upper field, reflecting the Pope's personal episcopal motto. The legend 'FRANCISCVS PP.' arcs prominently along the lower portion of the coin, accompanied by the regnal year notation 'A.VI·MMXVIII' to the right, denoting the sixth year of his pontificate. The design is executed in a refined engraved style with strong relief against a mirror-polished proof field. |
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| Obverse lettering | MISERANDO ATQUE ELIGENDO IHS FRANCISCVS PP. A.VI·MMXVIII |
| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a dynamic scene of the Ascension of Christ, rendered in high relief with fine engraved detail. The risen Christ is shown ascending heavenward, his robes flowing dramatically, arms outstretched, and a halo encircling his head, while two apostolic witnesses are seen kneeling in awe in the lower field. The denomination '20' appears prominently in the left field, with the word 'EURO' inscribed to the right, and the legend 'CITTÀ DEL VATICANO' curves along the lower rim. The mint mark 'R' for the Rome Mint and the engravers' initials 'O. ROSSI' and 'VDC INC.' are discreetly placed within the design field. The composition captures the spiritual dynamism of the Ascension narrative in a classically inspired artistic style. |
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