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International Year of Astronomy

Description

This coin was issued on the occasion of the International Year of Astronomy. The inner part of the coin depicts an allegory of the birth of the stars and planets together with several astronomical instruments. The design is inspired by Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

Subject of commemoration

International Year of Astronomy

Date of issue

2009-08-31

Issuing country

Vatican City

Coin image

International Year of Astronomy coin

Official Journal

C204 29.08.2009

Issuing volume

106084