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| Location | Vatican City |
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| Year | 1975 |
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| Shape | Round |
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| Obverse description | Left-facing bust of Pope Paul VI wearing a zucchetto and papal vestments occupies the central field, surrounded by detailed relief depictions of four major Roman basilicas. The circular legend reads ANNO IVBILAEI MCMLXXV above and PAVLVS VI PONT.MAX below, with the fineness mark '800' visible at the bottom of the field. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse features a finely detailed high-relief reproduction of Michelangelo's Pietà, depicting the Virgin Mary seated and cradling the body of Christ. The sculptural group fills virtually the entire field against a polished mirror background, with no additional legend or lettering. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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