BSP releases 2 commemorative coins for Pope visit

MANILA, Philippines – The Banko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) released on Wednesday two commemorative coins for the visit of Pope Francis.

BSP presented the P50 coin and P500 coin which will be available on Thursday.

The P50 coin made of nickel brass will be sold at P100, while the P500 coin is priced at P1,000.

BSP noted that it is not available over the counter as reservation should be made to purchase the limited commemorative coins.

Downloadable forms are available at their website at www.bsp.gov.ph.

Pope Francis will visit Philippines from January 15 to January 19. - with a report from Kathleen Martin