Vatican. Year Set (BU) 2003 (2 sets incl. Sede Vacante)
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Official Vatican City Euro Coin Set 2005 – Complete 8-Coin Division Series – Low Mintage
An incredible opportunity for elite numismatists to acquire an official and highly prestigious 2005 Vatican City Euro coin set. The year 2005 marks one of the most historically significant periods in modern Vatican history, making its numismatic releases highly collectible, strictly limited, and exceptional for investment portfolios.
This lot features the complete annual division series containing all 8 standard euro denominations from 1 Cent to 2 Euros, presented in its original official Vatican packaging.
- SEDE VACANTE Series: Issued during the historical interregnum period following the passing of Pope John Paul II. These unique coins do not feature a papal portrait; instead, they depict the official coat of arms of the Cardinal Camerlengo and the Apostolic Chamber alongside the famous inscription "SEDE VACANTE MMV". Limited to only 60,000 sets worldwide, making it one of the rarest Euro sets in existence.
- POPE JOHN PAUL II Series: The final annual set featuring the elegant effigy of the beloved Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, struck before his passing in April 2005. A deeply spiritual and historical collection piece.
Official Vatican City Euro Coin Set 2005 – Complete 8-Coin Division Series – Low Mintage
An incredible opportunity for elite numismatists to acquire an official and highly prestigious 2005 Vatican City Euro coin set. The year 2005 marks one of the most historically significant periods in modern Vatican history, making its numismatic releases highly collectible, strictly limited, and exceptional for investment portfolios.
This lot features the complete annual division series containing all 8 standard euro denominations from 1 Cent to 2 Euros, presented in its original official Vatican packaging.
- SEDE VACANTE Series: Issued during the historical interregnum period following the passing of Pope John Paul II. These unique coins do not feature a papal portrait; instead, they depict the official coat of arms of the Cardinal Camerlengo and the Apostolic Chamber alongside the famous inscription "SEDE VACANTE MMV". Limited to only 60,000 sets worldwide, making it one of the rarest Euro sets in existence.
- POPE JOHN PAUL II Series: The final annual set featuring the elegant effigy of the beloved Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, struck before his passing in April 2005. A deeply spiritual and historical collection piece.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country/province
Vatican
Year/period and variation
2003 (2 sets incl. Sede Vacante)
Denomination
Year Set (BU)
Condition
Uncirculated (not released for circulation)
Number of objects
2
Theme
Religion
Coin type
Euro coins
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