Vatican, John Paul II, Set 1 ct. - 2 Euro
Proof - 2004 - Anno XXVI - Rome
Bust of John Paul II on the left wearing the zucchetto, date below and stars around.
Denomination and map of Europe or globe, 12 stars divided into two groups of six connected by lines.
Silver medal (0.925) in the center of the box depicting Giotto's Nativity of Christ on the front and the coat of arms and motto of John Paul II on the back.
355 gr
An “MS(65-70)” quality
As in numismatics it is important that the state of conservation of an item be carefully evaluated before it is offered to a discerning collector with a keen eye.
This initially obscure acronym comprising two words describing the state of conservation is explained clearly here:
Mint State(65-70)
This means – more prosaically – that the coin is brand new and free from defects, thus in the state it left the mint. It has probably never been in circulation or seen the bottom of a pocket up close. The term “fleur de coin” is also used internationally to refer to the first coins struck with a new die. By extension, this term thus also now describes “perfect” coins not displaying any defects and retaining their full original luster.