Italy Vatican 1 lire Pope Pius XI Virgin Mary MS66 PCGS nickel coin 1929

This 1929 Vatican City 1 Lira is a beautifully preserved nickel coin issued during the pontificate of Pope Pius XI, the first year of the modern Vatican State following the Lateran Treaty. Graded MS66 by PCGS, it represents both religious devotion and an important milestone in Vatican numismatic history. The obverse features a graceful full-length image of the Virgin Mary standing upon a crescent moon, her hands crossed over her chest in a gesture of humility and faith. A halo formed by twelve stars surrounds her head, while the denomination and surrounding inscriptions complete the elegant composition. The reverse displays the ornate coat of arms of Pope Pius XI, surmounted by the papal tiara and crossed keys of Saint Peter with decorative tassels, framed by the state name and the date 1929. Struck in nickel with outstanding Mint State preservation, this certified issue is highly desirable among collectors of Vatican, papal, and religious coinage. It is an exceptional addition to any world coin collection celebrating Christian symbolism and historic Vatican issues.

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