Guatemala – Bishop Francisco Marroquin – 100 Quetzales – 2006 – Pick 111 – Crisp Uncirculated
Just issued by the Polish Mint in June of 2005, this stunning piece commemorates the life of Pope John Paul II, Poland’s favorite son. Elected pope on 16 October 1978 after John Paul I’s death one week into his papacy, Karol Wojtyla became the first non-Italian pontiff in over 450 years and the first Slavic pope. Remembered as the most public pontiff in history Pope John Paul II maintained himself in the public eye, visiting over 100 different countries, speaking forcefully on behalf of human rights, and surviving an assassination attempt which he responded to by offering his forgiveness to his assailant. Badly disabled by Parkinson’s disease John Paul II passed away on the 2nd of April in 2005 and was succeeded by Pope Benedict XVI on 19 April 2005.This coin sold out at the Mint the day it was issued, so if you want one, this is the time to get it!
A colorful coin set with characteristic motifs is a worthy souvenir for all those interested in this part of history.
To commemorate Pope John Paul II the National Bank of Poland has issued the first Polish collector note. It entered circulation on October 16th, 2006, the anniversary of Karol Wojtyla’s election to the papacy. The front of the note contains a portrait of the Pope performing a greeting gesture, against the background of a stylized globe, which is a symbol of the pontiff’s universal nature. The back of the note shows a scene of Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski paying homage to the Pope, which emphasizes the Polish context of this pontificate. This note would make a beautiful gift to anyone of the Catholic faith or collector of Polish or world banknotes.
Bundesrepublic – 50 Years of Peace & Reconstruction – Dresden Cathedral Commemorative – DM 10 – 1995 J – Proof Silver Crown – KM185
German Democratic Republic – East Germany – Restoration of Dresden Women’s Church – 5 Mark – 1985A – Brilliant Uncirculated – KM-102
Each coin has been treated with an exclusive enameling process that applies the depictions directly to the reverse of the coin. This issue was limited to a total of 10,000 sets, each set housed in a presentation case with a Certificate of Authenticity.
A total of 1,000 pieces of this coin were minted world-wide and it comes as shown with a Certificate of Authenticity and a mint issued presentation case.
Nauru – Guardian Angel – One Dollar – 2009 – Proof Crown with Swarovski Crystals – KM-38 – COA – One of the few non-circulating legal tender (NCLT) coins issued by this tiny island nation located in the Western Pacific. Listed in Krause’s Standard Catalog of World Coins as KM-38, it comes as issued with a Certificate of Authenticity. Total mintage on this coin was limited to 10,000 pieces.
Sierra Leone – St. Peter’s Basilica – $10 – 2006 – Proof Silver Crown – COA
D.R. Congo – In Memorium – Pope John Paul II – 10 Francs – 2005 – Acrylic – Mint Box & COA
A colorful coin set with characteristic motifs is a worthy souvenir for all those interested in this part of history.
Cardinal Josef Ratzinger was elected on April 19, 2005 as the 265th Pontifex Maximus in the history of the Catholic Church. He has chosen Benedict XVI as his pope name. The new Pope celebrated his Papal inauguration mass on April 24, 2005 and was enthroned in the St. John in Lateran Basilica on May 7, 2005. Josef Ratzinger was born on April 16, 1927 in the village of Markl am Inn and was ordained a priest in June 1951. In March 1977 he was appointed by Pope Paul VI to be Archbishop of Munich and subsequently was made a cardinal. In 1981 he was appointed as the Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. For 20 years, Cardinal Ratzinger was an advisor of Pope John Paul II, and in 2002 he became the Dean of the College of Cardinals. Before becoming Pope, he was already one of the most influential men in the Vatican.
Western Samoa – Beatification of Pope John Paul II – $5 – 2009 – Proof Silver Crown – Color
John Paul II moved millions of people as an individual as well as a Pope. There is almost no other person who changed the world as he did. With great admiration, people called him the “Fast Father”, The Traveling Pope” or “God’s Marathon Man”. He was born in May, 1920 as Karol Wojtyla in the small town of Wadowice in the vicinity of Krakow. This Polish native became elected as Pope on October 16, 1978. After more than 450 years, he becomes the first non-Italian pope to be elected and six days later he takes command of the Catholic Church of the World. His life and work becomes a mission of service to mankind. Contrary to all his predecessors, John Paul II seeks to get close to his people. With his travels and visits to more than 130 countries all over the world, he signals the beginning of how to build his new contacts with humanity. Wherever he appears, children, women, men and young adults call out “J-P two, we love you!” The answer is always “The Pope John Paul loves you all!” On April 2nd, 2005 the charismatic pope died.
Isle of Man – Archangel Michael Slaying Dragon – Angel – 2010 – High Relief – Case & COA – The Angel is one of the world’s most beautiful and popular coins. The Isle of Man Government introduced a new design in 2008 showing a classic image of Archangel Michael slaying the Dragon. This is just the third Angel design in the coin’s 25 year history. It brings back some of the features from the first Angel coin, including Michael’s feathered wings and the Celtic band around the border. To celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Silver Angel coin, a high relief Proof 999. 1oz Silver Angel coin is being struck for the first time, highlighting every detail of this exceptional coin. This legal tender proof silver crown comes in a beautiful display case with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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