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Medal - John Paul II Holy Year 2000
| Location | Vatican City |
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| Year | 2000 |
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| Weight | 18.84 g |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a large stylised numeral '2000' overlaid with an olive branch bearing three prominent olives in high relief, symbolising peace. To the right, a detailed representation of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica with pilgrims below. The legend 'ROMA' appears at the top, with a ribbon bearing 'ANNO SANTO / S. PIETRO' across the centre and 'CITTÀ DEL VATICANO' along the lower rim. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts the Holy Door (Porta Santa) of St. Peter's Basilica at centre, framed by two putti pulling back a draped curtain to reveal the doorway. An olive branch in relief stands before the door, with the date '2000' incorporated into the composition. The papal arms with tiara and crossed keys appear in the upper right field. The legend 'PORTA SANTA' is inscribed flanking the doorway. |
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