Coin and Paper Money Collecting/collection of pope coins

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QUESTION: I have a set of 5 coins of popes of the XX Century dating from 1958 and I would
like to know how much they are worth.

ANSWER: Hi Chris,

What country are they from, what are they made of, which popes and what years are the coins dated.  Also, is there a denomination on them such as 1 dollar, 50 cents etc.
Once I know this, I may be able to help you.

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Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US
Omega Precious Metals

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QUESTION: Hi Joe, I believe they are Italian,  the Popes are Benedictus XV engraved by Tosini, Pius XI sculpted by Boninsegna, Pius XII sculpted by Mistruzzi,, Pius X sculpted by Galdini and Jean XXIII sculpted by Affer. There are no denominations on them and the only dates on them are the dates the Pope was in office.  Thanks for your help!

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Hi Chris,
They sound like Papal Medals.  That's a whole new ballgame.
There is a dealer by the name of Peter Jencius who deals in Vatican items.  The website is www.VaticanCoins.Com

Try him, he is the authority.

Regards
Joe Hylas
www.AllCoins.US

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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PCGS, NGC, Rotary

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Physician's Money Digest

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

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Paul Harris Fellow

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