1929-1935 Vatican City Pope Pius XI 100 Lire Gold Coin AU (Random Year)

1929-1935 Vatican City Pope Pius XI 100 Lire Gold Coin AU (Random Year)

Bullion Exchanges proudly presents the 1929–1935 Vatican City Pope Pius XI 100 Lire Gold Coin AU (Random Year), a magnificent piece of numismatic and spiritual history. Struck in .900 fine gold with a weight of 8.82 grams (0.2546 troy oz AGW), this coin was minted during the early years of the Vatican City State, shortly after its formal establishment in 1929 through the Lateran Treaty between the Holy See and the Kingdom of Italy.  This historic gold coin remains a highly desirable collectible for both world coin enthusiasts and those drawn to the Vatican’s profound cultural and religious legacy.

The 100 Lire Pope Pius XI Gold Coin was one of the first official issues of the newly recognized Vatican City, marking a new era for the papacy as both a spiritual and sovereign authority. Pope Pius XI, who reigned from 1922 to 1939, played a pivotal role in navigating the Church through significant global changes — including the rise of totalitarian regimes in Europe and the redefinition of Church-State relations. The 1929 Lateran Treaty, signed during his pontificate, created the independent Vatican City State, granting it sovereignty and the right to mint its own currency.

Coin Specifications:

• Contains 0.2546 troy ounces of .900 fine gold
• Face value 100 Lire
• Obverse: Features a portrait of Pope Pius XI, capturing his likeness.
• Reverse: Displays a majestic, full-length depiction of Christ standing prominently, wielding a scepter in His right hand and the globus cruciger in His left. At His feet, a child kneels in reverence, offering up a crown.

A true treasure of faith and history, the 1929–1935 Vatican City Pope Pius XI 100 Lire Gold Coin AU (Random Year) captures the dawn of Vatican sovereignty and the enduring influence of the papacy in the modern world. This remarkable coin is not only a precious metal investment but also a lasting symbol of spiritual leadership and cultural legacy.

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