XI. Pope Pius (May 31, 1857 – February 10, 1939) was pope from 1922 to 1939. His pontificate was characterized by the turbulent period after World War I and the rise of fascism and Nazism.XI. Coins minted during the reign of Pope Pius include:DenariLireVatican CityThe coins bore the portrait and coat of arms of the Pope and the year of minting. The image of St. Peter's Basilica was also featured on the coins of the Vatican City. The coins were made of silver, gold and nickel.XI. The coinage of Pope Pius played an important role in preserving the independence of the Vatican. The Papal State was created in 1929 as a result of the Lateran Pacts and needed its own currency to maintain its sovereignty, the Vatican issued its own currency, the Lira. The lira was divided into 100 cents. The coins were minted by the Vatican Mint.XI. Coins minted by Pope Pius are still sought after by collectors.