Coin Vatican City State 2 Euros BU Vatican 2018 - 50 ans Mort Padre Pio - Frappe BU

This 2 euro commemorative coin, minted by the Vatican in 2018, marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Padre Pio (1968-2018). It is composed of two metals.

The obverse of the coin features the face of Padre Pio. The inscriptions "CITTA' DEL VATICANO" can be read in a semi-circle at the top, and "1968 2018" on either side of the face, indicating the years of death and issue. The signature "P. DANIELE VDS INC" is visible, as well as the mint mark "R". The name "Padre Pio" is also inscribed.

The reverse of the coin is common to all 2 euro coins. It depicts a map of the European continent, superimposed on a dynamic canvas formed by the twelve stars of the European Union. The face value "2 EURO" is indicated. The initials "LL" of the designer Luc Luycx are also present.

The edge of the coin is finely milled and bears the inscription "2 *", repeated six times, with an alternating orientation from bottom to top and top to bottom.

The coin weighs 8.5 grams and has a diameter of 25.75 millimeters. The mint is located in Rome, Italy.

This is a commemorative coin, issued to honor the memory of Padre Pio.