Lesotho 10 maloti Papal Visit Pope John Paul II PF70 NGC silver coin 1988

The 1988 Lesotho 10 Maloti silver coin commemorates the historic visit of Pope John Paul II to the Kingdom of Lesotho during his pastoral journey through southern Africa. Certified NGC PF70 Ultra Cameo, this flawless Proof issue combines religious history with the national heraldry of Lesotho. The commemorative side presents a finely modeled left-facing portrait of Pope John Paul II wearing papal vestments fastened at the neck, with his name below and the 1988 date incorporated into the surrounding legend. John Paul II, elected pope in 1978, became one of the most widely traveled pontiffs and an influential international religious figure. The opposite side displays Lesotho’s elaborate coat of arms: two rearing Basotho ponies support a traditional shield bearing a crocodile, while a Basotho hat, spear and club rise above. A decorative base and national motto ribbon complete the composition, with the 10 Maloti denomination below. Its perfect PF70 Ultra Cameo grade makes this silver commemorative especially desirable for collectors of papal, religious and African numismatics.

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