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	NEW! Anno Jubilaei MCMXXV (Jubilee year 1925) commemorative badge/button. Bronze gilt and excellent enamels by G. Bregonzio, Milano. Nicely vaulted.Very attractive. 27mm dia. Item # Vat-48 (22)	$22.00
	NEW! Order of Saint Sylvester, Commander class in case of issue by Rothe, Vien. Silver or bronze gilt (unmarked). Good quality, multi part construction. Cross/ribbon in great condition - no enamel damage. Case shows age, typical edge rubs and scuffs. Lid embossing still OK. Interior shows signs of moisture (yellowing of the white silk lining, partial maker's logo easily read). Cross 58.5mm wide. Full length ribbon with neck ties, 53mm wide. Nice set. Hard to date but possibly of 1930's. Item # Vat-47 SOLD	SOLD
	NEW! Avvocati Di San Pietro Decoration, also known as Advocates of Saint Peter. This organization was founded in 1877 as a judical body dedicated to defense of the Holy See. Society's members were mostly jurists along with honorary members (distinguished ecclesiastics and also laymen) who have made it a practice to defend Church interests around the World. It's members were known to exist in several countries all over the World. Some time before 1900 it was considered as a semi-chivlalric Order with support from the Vatican. Theres is little reference (that we have) pertaining to Order's insignia. It is certain however, that there were at least 2 classes: neck badge and breast badge. The former is extremely rare. Breast badges are fairly rare. Example offered here is in bronze gilt, probably of Italian manufacture. Original ribbon of purple and yellow edge stripes. Scarce case of issue (original) with gilt Papal arms (in metal - not embossing). Very attractive design, multi part construction. Reverse inscribed: "Tu Es Christus Filius Dei Vivi". Excellent opportunity to add to your Paypal/religious Order/decoration collection. Item # Vat-46 SOLD	SOLD
	NEW! Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight. Rare - Spanish made version! Possibly by Cejalvo in Madrid. Considerably different in details than Italian, French or Austrian made examples. Reverse featuring center disk which is entirely different than Statutes indicated. Multi part, massive construction. Great quality, gilding still very nice. Typical Spanish type ribbon buckle and original ribbon. Excellent condition. Most likely early 1900's vintage. 40mm wide. Item # Vat-45 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius XII 1942 Bronze Benemerenti medal. Pius XII was Pope from 1939-1958. Original ribbon. Designed by Mistruzzi. Maker-marked by Lorioli. 36mm diameter. Item #Vat-41. (115)	$115.00
	Pius XI, 1929 Benemerenti bronze medal. Reverse inscribed: Anno Quinquagesimo Ab Inito Sacerditio, Benemerenti MCMXXVIIII'. Quality striking, designer's mark beneath Pope's bust. Original ribbon worn but still presentable. 33mm diameter. Showing age and some wear, no damage. Hard to find type. Item # Vat-2 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius X (Pope 1903-1914) 'Benemerenti' silver medal. Very good quality by 'Bianchi'. Showing age and wear, few light edge knocks but not detractive. Original ribbon. 29.5mm dia. Item # Vat-18. SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII, Anniversary of the 1854 Apostolic Constitution (pertaining to The Immaculate Conception) by Pius IX. It is uncertain which anniversary but since Leo XIII was Pope between 1878 and 1903 - it can only be 25 -40th. Medal seems to be similar in quality and appearance to similar ones issued during 1880's. Blackened bronze, great details. 25.5mm dia. Ribbon appears to be original. Very good condition. Item # Vat-23 (60)	$60.00
	Leo XIII 1900 Jubilee medal in silver. This is truly unique medal for it was made in Czech language (the country was a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until 1918). The silver punch mark to the suspension eye appears to be from Prague (it is very hard to make out). Great details to all, full inscription to reverse. 29.2mm dia. Original ribbon lightly soiled. Rare and unusual item, most Papal Jubilee medals were struck in Italy. Shows age and some wear (few minor edge marks). Would make for a great addition in your Papal medals collection. Item # Vat-24 (99)	$99.00
	Blessed Pius IX (1846-78) commemorative medal. Full inscription, coat of arms, dates of birth and death on reverse. Bronze. Worn, but in good condition. Complete with ribbon (unsure if original). 29.5mm diameter. Item #Vat-26 (52)	$52.00
	Pius XI (1922-39) Pontifical Medal. Silver gilt (hallmarked 800 to reverse), by S. Johnson. Original ribbon. Immaculate condition (no pun intended!). Hard to find. 32mm diameter. Item #Vat-27 (85)	$85.00
	1903 Lateran Cross (Crux Lateranum or Croce Lateranese), 3rd grade in blackened bronze. Established by Pope Leo XIII 18.2.1903 in 3 degrees (gold, silver and bronze). Great quality, original ribbon worn (several pulls to edges and top). Rarely offered for sale. 47mm wide. Item # Vat-34 SOLD	SOLD

	Order of Saint Gregory the Great. Knight's breast badge in silver gilt. Fantastic French quality workmanship. Most likely by Lemaitre or Kretly. Mid-1800's vintage. Rare, French exportation hallmark (1838 regulation) of Mercury's head within oval. Multi-part construction, enamels in perfect condition. Complete with wonderful original ribbon. Cannot say enough about this piece. 40mm wide. Item # Vat-42. SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII 1887 pontifical medal. Bronze gilt, manufactured by Rome's mint (marked 'Romae' to bottom). Reverse insribed: 'Quinquagesimus A Sacerdotio Leonis XIII P M, Annus MDCCCLXXXVII'. Possibly refering to the Sunday before Ash Wednesday. It was also called Quinquagesima Sunday, Shrove Sunday or Esto Mihi. The name originates from Latin quinquagesimus (fiftieth), referring to the fifty days before Easter Sunday. 30mm in diameter. Lightly worn, majority of gilt remaining. Complete with short piece of old blue ribbon, unsure if original. Interesting medal. Item # Vat-36 SOLD	SOLD
	Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, gold cross. Silver gilt, finest Italian quality (most likely by Tanfani & Bertarelli). Original ribbon with 'safety-pin' type fastener. Ribbon lightly soiled. Great condition otherwise. Item #Vat-32. SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Our Lady of Mercy (Ordine della Mercede). This very old Order dates back to 1218 in Kingdom of Aragon (southern France) and Spain. Several times it fell in abeyance but was revived under many different (often similar) names. Order's initial goal was the redemption/freeing of the Christian slaves. It bore both Military and Lay character. Recent statutes revisions date back to 1880's and early 1900's. Order is more of an International/secular nature. Often catalogued as being the Papal State (Vatican) Order but that is certainly incorrect. Neck badge of the Order in gilt. Great quality enamels. Crown suspension with red enamel insert. Multi part construction. Comes complete with full neck ribbon with ties, button-hole badge and a miniature. Contained in orginal, fitted case of issue, maker marked under the lid: 'S. Johnson Roma, Galleria P.Colonna n.12''. Top with beautiful, gilt/enamelled badge (coat of arms) of the Order. Very good quality. Good condition, shows light wear - center disk slightly loose and small chip to tip of one arm - this however is not detractive. Hard to date piece as insignia remained unchanged for a long time. Judging by Johnson's address - circa 1905-1912. 55mm x 90mm (badge) . Amazing set for a discerning collector. Attractive and little known Order.Item # Vat-44 SOLD	SOLD
	Kingdom of Sardinia,1847 Customs Union Medal. Pius IX-Carlo Alberto type. Commemorates the conclusion of a customs agreement between the Papal States, Kingdom of Sardinia and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Bronze, in great condition, complete with proper period ribbon. ref. Brambilla, p. 173. Rare and desirable medal. 27.5mm x 31mm. Item # Ita-123. Sold	Sold
	1849 Troop medal for the siege of Rome. During Revoulutionary War in Italy, Pope Pius IX was forced to leave Rome. French troops came to aid, besieged Rome and restored the Pope in the Vatican. This medal was issued to French soldiers taking part in campaign/siege. Blackened bronze (the original finish of the medal), minimal wear. Complete with 38mm original ribbon, short length. Original ribbon is rare on these medals and often replaced with others. Designer/maker initials in relief (bottom obverse): 'N C'. 32mm in diameter. Click here for more information on the subject: http://www.magweb.com/sample/scoe/sce01rom.htm Item # Vat-43 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius X (Pope 1903-1914, canonised as Saint Pius X in 1954). 1904 Medal to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Dogmatic Definition of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Pope Pius IX released the Apostolic Constitution defining the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 8 December 1854. This was called the "Ineffabilis Deus". In 1904 Pope Pius X released The Encyclical called "AD DIEM ILLUM LAETISSIMUM". 2 part construcion (bronze gilt outer and silver core). Original ribbon mounted in tri-fold style. Very good condition, rarely encountered medal. 26mm in diameter. Unmarked, most likely by Mint of Rome. Item # Vat-19. SOLD	SOLD
	Pius XI and Vittorio Emmanuel III occasional medal. This small commemoration set (case, medal and name plate) was probably made for participants of the Lateran Pacts of 1929. Medal is very thin and permanently affixed to the case's lining. Most interesting ensemble. Appears to be silver. Maker or designer marked on obverse: O Marini. Medal measures 25mm in diameter. Item #Vat-38. SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII Benemerenti medal. Small, bronze. Marked to obverse: F. Bianchi. Complete with older replacement ribbon. Showing wear but overall good condition. 29mm dia. Item #Vat-39. SOLD	SOLD
	Election of Pope Pius IX Commemorative Medal, 1846. Very unusual type with different reverse than that shown in Brambilla's book (page 168), featuring St. Peter and St. Paul facing in opposite directions, symbol of the Holy Ghost above. Oval medal, die-struck in bronze, shows fantastic details (note the intricate patterns on the Pope's robe). Old, proper ribbon arranged in tri-fold style. Great condition to all, nicely toned with age. Rare medal. 27.8mm x 37mm. Item #Vat-30. SOLD	SOLD
	Vatican - Order of Saint Sylvester. Commander 2nd grade (without star) badge (2nd class of the Order) in silver gilt. Good quality workmanship. Multi part construction. Enamels intact. Fancy suspension. Marked with silver content to top of suspension (800). Order of Saint Sylvester is a high ranking Vatican Order (behind Christ and Golden Spur Orders). Initially founded in 1841 as an alteration of the Golden Spur Order. Originally insignia carried the spur at the bottom but most recent revision (in 1905) removed it. Presented here is the 2nd type award, probably by 'Cravanzola, Rome' - in my opinion 1920-1950's vintage. Sparsely awarded. Fitted with proper neck ribbon. 58.3mm wide. Very good looking piece. Item # Vat-1 SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Our Lady of Mercy (Ordine della Mercede). Great quality enamels. Crown suspension with red enamel. Multi part construction. Comes complete with full neck ribbon and ties. Contained in orginal, fitted case of issue, maker marked under the lid: 'A.G. Merli, Via Condotti 33A, Roma'. Top with beautiful, gold embossed coat of arms of the Order. Great condition, shows light wear. Attractive and little known Order. Hard to date piece as insignia remained unchanged for a long time. Probably early 1900's or so. 71mm x 43 mm. Reverse exactly same as obverse. Item # Vat-3 SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Saint Gregory. Military Division Commander (2nd class) neck badge. Full length, original ribbon with ties. Appears to be 1920's-1940's vintage. Unmarked, however judging by workmanship made in Tanfani & Bertarelli's shop. Very good quality, multi part construction. Very rare in Military Division (shield of arms suspension). 58mm wide, 95mm high (with trophy of arms suspension). Great condition, no enamel damage. Appears to be silver gilt. A must for serious Vatican Orders collector. Note that Military Division of 2nd type (1834-1905) were a lot more frequent then the post 1905 type. Many were awarded during Italian Wars of Independence (1848/59/60) to French and other troops. Item # Vat-4 SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Militia of Jesus Christ. The Original Order was founded as an off-shoot from Dominicans around 13th Century. Order was supposed to bound members to defend Church and It's interests. Order's members hailed from France, Spain, Italy and Germany. History states that Order did not last long and had been dissolved at one point. It has been brought back to 'life' in 1870 as Italian troops captured Rome. New members consisted of former Papal Army officers who pledged to fight for the rights of the Holy See. Vatican however did not acknowledge the Order as that of the Holy See. In that aspect it should be considered as an International Order. Presented here is the neck badge (Commander) of the Order in gilt. Light patina throughout. Black and white enamels intact. Both sides are identical. Cross measures 72.5mm x 57mm. Original neck ribbon complete with ties. Rarely seen in commerce. Seems to be 1940's vintage, perhaps little earlier. Condition is good to very good. Item # Vat-5 SOLD	SOLD
	The Order Of St. Gregory The Great. Knight of 2nd type (post 1834). Bautifully crafted in gold (NOT GILT!). Mid XIX c. Swiss gold punch marks (Geneva) on eyes (cross and wreath suspension). Lovely, narrow old style wreath. Deep cross-cut pattern under red enamels. Ribbon appears to be original, front faded. It is rare to find a Swiss-made insignia. Enamels intact. 41.5mm wide, 58mm high (to top of wreath suspension). Multi part construction. Superb piece! Item # Vat-6 SOLD	SOLD
	Bene Merenti - 1950 Jubilee silver award. These were issued to clergy only and are hard to find. Complete with original, fitted case of issue (embossed: Comitato Centrale, Anno Santo 1950). Silvered cross with green enamel laurel wreath. Obverse inscribed: 'Bene Merenti', reverse: 'Anno Jubilaei MCML'. Suspended from Vatican coat of arms. Original ribbon. Enamels intact. Light wear, some tarnish. 55mm wide. Item # Vat-7 SOLD	SOLD
	Same as above but in bronze and no case. Very good condition, light wear. No damage to enamels. Hard to find. Item # Vat-8 SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII (Pope 1878-1903) Bene Merenti medal in silver. Fancy suspension with, very good details to all. Medal by: 'F. Bianchi'. 38mm in diameter. Very good condition with only slight wear. Original ribbon. Item # Vat.-9 SOLD	SOLD
	John XXIII (Pope 1958-63) Bene Merenti medal. Silver gilt. Vatican coat of arms suspension (great details). 32.5mm diameter. Handsome looking award. Original ribbon very clean. Shows light wear, no damage. Item # Vat-10 SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII Pontificate medal by Bianchi. Well detailed silver medal. Original ribbon. Reverse insribed: 'Anno. L. Ab. Inito. Episcopatu' to edge - ' Oleo Sancto Meo VNXI EVM Ps. LXXXVIII' to center. 31mm diamter. Rare medal. Very good condition. Item # Vat-11 SOLD	SOLD
	Paul VI (Pope 1963-78) 30 years service cross. These were issued to clergy for long services and are quite rare. Silver cross with Vatican coat of arms suspension, center inscribed 'XXX' in relief. Reverse inscribed: 'Paulus Papa VI'. Great details to all. Pebbly arms. Original ribbon. 37mm wide. Light tarnish. Very attractive award. Item # Vat-12 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius XI (Pope 1922-1939) Pontificate medal. Rare, French manufacture (Depose) well marked to both sides. Medal in silver with its original ribbon. Obverse of the Pope, inscribed: 'Pius XI Pont. Max.'. Reverse of most interesting design, portraying Christ's resurrection, angel to the left, Roman soldiers to bottom right and Mount Golgota with the 3 crosses to far right. Bottom inscribed: '19 Centenario 1933'. Truly interesting medal. 26mm dia. Item # Vat-13 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius XII Pontificate commemorative medal. Silvered bronze. Medal by Italian state mint, marked: 'Morbiducci' with crowned 'Z'. Pope to obverse. Reverse of St. Paul Basilica, Colliseum and Forum Romanum. Well detailed medal. 25.5mm dia. Very interesting. Light tarnish. Item # Vat-14 SOLD	SOLD
	1964 Papal Pilgrimige to Holy Land commemorative medal. Highly interesting medal in bronze. Complete with appropriate ribbon. Obverse inscribed: 'Paulus PP VI Peregrinus in Terra Sancta'. Reverse inscribed: '4. 6. I. 1964 Christo + Ecclesiam +Offert'. 36.5mm dia. Light wear but no damage. Item # Vat-15 SOLD	SOLD
	1975 City of Rome and Vatican Jubilee medal. Well detailed, high relief. Interesting medal. 35mm x 49mm. Complete with ribbon. Item # Vat-16 SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Saint Gregory. Commander (2nd class) neck badge in silver gilt. Remarkable, XIXc. example with all original case of issue and button mount neck ribbon. Civil division. Outstanding - jeweler quality with vibrant enamels (very few chips) and attention to details. Wide wreath (this is typical to 1860-90's examples). Produced by A. Tanfani (firm was the premier jeweler to Vatican until 1920's). The firm's address and type of marking (to lid of the case) indicates 1868-1883 manufacturing. Rare opportunity to own older type of this highly attractive award. Case is quite large, red textured paper with gold embossed trim (check out the corner detail) and Papal arms (older style). Silk and fancy felt lining, retaining wall for the badge upon the raised presentation 'landing'. All original, multi-part construction. This must be the nicest example I have ever been able to offer. 56.5mm wide (badge), 35.5mm wreath. Great piece. Item # Vat-20 SOLD	SOLD
	Leo XIII 1900 Pontifical medal by SJ (Stefano Johnson). Large (42mm diameter) silvered medal. Complete with ribbon. Good condition. 'SJ' marked to both sides. Very nice. Item # Vat-21 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius X, 1908 Golden Jubilee of Priesthood commemorative medal. Bronze, by Stefano Johnson (marked S J). 32mm dia. Rare medal, ribbon most likely a replacement. Good details, shows light wear but no damage. Item # Vat-22 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius X Medal, commemorating the 1600th anniversary of the founding of the Christian Empire by Roman emperor Constantine I in A.D. 312. Silvered bronze, by Stefano Johnson. Attractive design. Ribbon seems to be original. Very interesting and rarely seen piece. 29mm diameter. Item #Vat-25 SOLD	SOLD
	Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice (For Church and Pontiff) Award. Instituted by Pope Leo XIII in 1888, it was awarded for distinguished service to the Catholic Church. This was the Church's highest distinction short of being knighted into a Papal Order (e.g., St. Sylvester). Originally the award was divided in three classes: gold, silver and bronze; but in 1908 Pius X decided that it would only be awarded in one grade - gold. Silver gilt cross of fine quality, complete with original ribbon and case of issue. Papal coat of arms embossed to lid indicates it was issued during Benedict XV papacy (1914-22). Benedict XV-era awards of this type are relatively scarce, possibly due to outbreak and duration of WW1. Cross in great condition, ribbon lightly soiled. Original safety pin-type fastener. Case shows age, but no damage. Lovely older set of this still issued award. 42.5mm wide. Item # Vat-28 SOLD	SOLD
	Pius IX Election Commemorative Medal. White metal, approximately 60% silver plating remains. High relief, wonderfully detailed Papal coat of arms on reverse. 37mm diameter. Item # Vat-29. SOLD	SOLD
	Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, gold cross. Bronze gilt, complete with original case of issue (maker: Tanfani & Bertarelli, Roma). Pius XII era (1939-58). U-type needle fastener (normally used by French or Belgian recipients). Initials written on case: J.P. Other than faded ribbon, overall condition is excellent. 44 x 44 mm. Item # Vat-31. SOLD	SOLD
	Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, rare silver cross (2nd class). First type of this award, as issued from institution until 1908 (changed to single class: gold). Great quality, multi-part construction (each fleur-de-lis is separately applied). Very good condition, few dark areas around center disk. Original ribbon. These are getting hard to find in silver class. Item # Vat-33. SOLD	SOLD
	Pius XI (Pope 1929-1939) Benemerenti 'Anno Jubilee' silver cross. Rare in this form, some discolouring to red enamels (reverse). Very fine quality. Superbly detailed suspension of Vatican crown/keys. Open work abreviated inscriptions between arms. Original ribbon. 30.5mm x 68mm (to top of suspension device). Very good condition. Item # Vat-35 SOLD	SOLD
	Order of Saint Sylvester. Commander class in silver gilt. 2nd type of the award. Very thick and massive construction - manufactured by Wolfers in Brussels. Unusual reverse details (Papal arms superimposed upon gold background). A superb and well hallmarked (900 silver and Wolfers mark) piece; circa 1906-10. Enamels intact. Original ribbon complete with ties showing age and some wear, some fading to back of the ribbon. Spotty darkening to gilt. We cannot say enough about this piece - certainly the best example we've ever handled and by rarely seen maker (for this award). 55mm wide. A must-have for discerning collector. Item # Vat-37 SOLD	SOLD

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NEW! Anno Jubilaei MCMXXV (Jubilee year 1925) commemorative badge/button. Bronze gilt and excellent enamels by G. Bregonzio, Milano. Nicely vaulted.Very attractive. 27mm dia. Item # Vat-48 (22)

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NEW! Order of Saint Sylvester, Commander class in case of issue by Rothe, Vien. Silver or bronze gilt (unmarked). Good quality, multi part construction. Cross/ribbon in great condition - no enamel damage. Case shows age, typical edge rubs and scuffs. Lid embossing still OK. Interior shows signs of moisture (yellowing of the white silk lining, partial maker's logo easily read). Cross 58.5mm wide. Full length ribbon with neck ties, 53mm wide. Nice set. Hard to date but possibly of 1930's. Item # Vat-47 *SOLD*

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NEW! Avvocati Di San Pietro Decoration, also known as Advocates of Saint Peter. This organization was founded in 1877 as a judical body dedicated to defense of the Holy See. Society's members were mostly jurists along with honorary members (distinguished ecclesiastics and also laymen) who have made it a practice to defend Church interests around the World. It's members were known to exist in several countries all over the World. Some time before 1900 it was considered as a semi-chivlalric Order with support from the Vatican. Theres is little reference (that we have) pertaining to Order's insignia. It is certain however, that there were at least 2 classes: neck badge and breast badge. The former is extremely rare. Breast badges are fairly rare. Example offered here is in bronze gilt, probably of Italian manufacture. Original ribbon of purple and yellow edge stripes. Scarce case of issue (original) with gilt Papal arms (in metal - not embossing). Very attractive design, multi part construction. Reverse inscribed: "Tu Es Christus Filius Dei Vivi". Excellent opportunity to add to your Paypal/religious Order/decoration collection. Item # Vat-46 *SOLD*

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NEW! Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight. Rare - Spanish made version! Possibly by Cejalvo in Madrid. Considerably different in details than Italian, French or Austrian made examples. Reverse featuring center disk which is entirely different than Statutes indicated. Multi part, massive construction. Great quality, gilding still very nice. Typical Spanish type ribbon buckle and original ribbon. Excellent condition. Most likely early 1900's vintage. 40mm wide. Item # Vat-45 *SOLD*

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Pius XII 1942 Bronze Benemerenti medal. Pius XII was Pope from 1939-1958. Original ribbon. Designed by Mistruzzi. Maker-marked by Lorioli. 36mm diameter. Item #Vat-41. (115)

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Pius XI, 1929 Benemerenti bronze medal. Reverse inscribed: Anno Quinquagesimo Ab Inito Sacerditio, Benemerenti MCMXXVIIII'. Quality striking, designer's mark beneath Pope's bust. Original ribbon worn but still presentable. 33mm diameter. Showing age and some wear, no damage. Hard to find type. Item # Vat-2 *SOLD*

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Pius X (Pope 1903-1914) 'Benemerenti' silver medal. Very good quality by 'Bianchi'. Showing age and wear, few light edge knocks but not detractive. Original ribbon. 29.5mm dia. Item # Vat-18. *SOLD*

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Leo XIII, Anniversary of the 1854 Apostolic Constitution (pertaining to The Immaculate Conception) by Pius IX. It is uncertain which anniversary but since Leo XIII was Pope between 1878 and 1903 - it can only be 25 -40th. Medal seems to be similar in quality and appearance to similar ones issued during 1880's. Blackened bronze, great details. 25.5mm dia. Ribbon appears to be original. Very good condition. Item # Vat-23 (60)

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Leo XIII 1900 Jubilee medal in silver. This is truly unique medal for it was made in Czech language (the country was a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until 1918). The silver punch mark to the suspension eye appears to be from Prague (it is very hard to make out). Great details to all, full inscription to reverse. 29.2mm dia. Original ribbon lightly soiled. Rare and unusual item, most Papal Jubilee medals were struck in Italy. Shows age and some wear (few minor edge marks). Would make for a great addition in your Papal medals collection. Item # Vat-24 (99)

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Blessed Pius IX (1846-78) commemorative medal. Full inscription, coat of arms, dates of birth and death on reverse. Bronze. Worn, but in good condition. Complete with ribbon (unsure if original). 29.5mm diameter. Item #Vat-26 (52)

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Pius XI (1922-39) Pontifical Medal. Silver gilt (hallmarked 800 to reverse), by S. Johnson. Original ribbon. Immaculate condition (no pun intended!). Hard to find. 32mm diameter. Item #Vat-27 (85)

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1903 Lateran Cross (Crux Lateranum or Croce Lateranese), 3rd grade in blackened bronze. Established by Pope Leo XIII 18.2.1903 in 3 degrees (gold, silver and bronze). Great quality, original ribbon worn (several pulls to edges and top). Rarely offered for sale. 47mm wide. Item # Vat-34 *SOLD*

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Order of Saint Gregory the Great. Knight's breast badge in silver gilt. Fantastic French quality workmanship. Most likely by Lemaitre or Kretly. Mid-1800's vintage. Rare, French exportation hallmark (1838 regulation) of Mercury's head within oval. Multi-part construction, enamels in perfect condition. Complete with wonderful original ribbon. Cannot say enough about this piece. 40mm wide. Item # Vat-42. *SOLD*

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Leo XIII 1887 pontifical medal. Bronze gilt, manufactured by Rome's mint (marked 'Romae' to bottom). Reverse insribed: 'Quinquagesimus A Sacerdotio Leonis XIII P M, Annus MDCCCLXXXVII'. Possibly refering to the Sunday before Ash Wednesday. It was also called Quinquagesima Sunday, Shrove Sunday or Esto Mihi. The name originates from Latin quinquagesimus (fiftieth), referring to the fifty days before Easter Sunday. 30mm in diameter. Lightly worn, majority of gilt remaining. Complete with short piece of old blue ribbon, unsure if original. Interesting medal. Item # Vat-36 *SOLD*

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Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, gold cross. Silver gilt, finest Italian quality (most likely by Tanfani & Bertarelli). Original ribbon with 'safety-pin' type fastener. Ribbon lightly soiled. Great condition otherwise. Item #Vat-32. *SOLD*

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Order of Our Lady of Mercy (Ordine della Mercede). This very old Order dates back to 1218 in Kingdom of Aragon (southern France) and Spain. Several times it fell in abeyance but was revived under many different (often similar) names. Order's initial goal was the redemption/freeing of the Christian slaves. It bore both Military and Lay character. Recent statutes revisions date back to 1880's and early 1900's. Order is more of an International/secular nature. Often catalogued as being the Papal State (Vatican) Order but that is certainly incorrect. Neck badge of the Order in gilt. Great quality enamels. Crown suspension with red enamel insert. Multi part construction. Comes complete with full neck ribbon with ties, button-hole badge and a miniature. Contained in orginal, fitted case of issue, maker marked under the lid: 'S. Johnson Roma, Galleria P.Colonna n.12''. Top with beautiful, gilt/enamelled badge (coat of arms) of the Order. Very good quality. Good condition, shows light wear - center disk slightly loose and small chip to tip of one arm - this however is not detractive. Hard to date piece as insignia remained unchanged for a long time. Judging by Johnson's address - circa 1905-1912. 55mm x 90mm (badge) . Amazing set for a discerning collector. Attractive and little known Order.Item # Vat-44 *SOLD*

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Kingdom of Sardinia,1847 Customs Union Medal. Pius IX-Carlo Alberto type. Commemorates the conclusion of a customs agreement between the Papal States, Kingdom of Sardinia and the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Bronze, in great condition, complete with proper period ribbon. ref. Brambilla, p. 173. Rare and desirable medal. 27.5mm x 31mm. Item # Ita-123. *Sold*

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1849 Troop medal for the siege of Rome. During Revoulutionary War in Italy, Pope Pius IX was forced to leave Rome. French troops came to aid, besieged Rome and restored the Pope in the Vatican. This medal was issued to French soldiers taking part in campaign/siege. Blackened bronze (the original finish of the medal), minimal wear. Complete with 38mm original ribbon, short length. Original ribbon is rare on these medals and often replaced with others. Designer/maker initials in relief (bottom obverse): 'N C'. 32mm in diameter. Click here for more information on the subject: http://www.magweb.com/sample/scoe/sce01rom.htm

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Pius X (Pope 1903-1914, canonised as Saint Pius X in 1954). 1904 Medal to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Dogmatic Definition of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Pope Pius IX released the Apostolic Constitution defining the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 8 December 1854. This was called the "Ineffabilis Deus". In 1904 Pope Pius X released The Encyclical called "AD DIEM ILLUM LAETISSIMUM". 2 part construcion (bronze gilt outer and silver core). Original ribbon mounted in tri-fold style. Very good condition, rarely encountered medal. 26mm in diameter. Unmarked, most likely by Mint of Rome. Item # Vat-19. *SOLD*

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Pius XI and Vittorio Emmanuel III occasional medal. This small commemoration set (case, medal and name plate) was probably made for participants of the Lateran Pacts of 1929. Medal is very thin and permanently affixed to the case's lining. Most interesting ensemble. Appears to be silver. Maker or designer marked on obverse: O Marini. Medal measures 25mm in diameter. Item #Vat-38. *SOLD*

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Leo XIII Benemerenti medal. Small, bronze. Marked to obverse: F. Bianchi. Complete with older replacement ribbon. Showing wear but overall good condition. 29mm dia. Item #Vat-39. *SOLD*

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Election of Pope Pius IX Commemorative Medal, 1846. Very unusual type with different reverse than that shown in Brambilla's book (page 168), featuring St. Peter and St. Paul facing in opposite directions, symbol of the Holy Ghost above. Oval medal, die-struck in bronze, shows fantastic details (note the intricate patterns on the Pope's robe). Old, proper ribbon arranged in tri-fold style. Great condition to all, nicely toned with age. Rare medal. 27.8mm x 37mm. Item #Vat-30. *SOLD*

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Vatican - Order of Saint Sylvester. Commander 2nd grade (without star) badge (2nd class of the Order) in silver gilt. Good quality workmanship. Multi part construction. Enamels intact. Fancy suspension. Marked with silver content to top of suspension (800). Order of Saint Sylvester is a high ranking Vatican Order (behind Christ and Golden Spur Orders). Initially founded in 1841 as an alteration of the Golden Spur Order. Originally insignia carried the spur at the bottom but most recent revision (in 1905) removed it. Presented here is the 2nd type award, probably by 'Cravanzola, Rome' - in my opinion 1920-1950's vintage. Sparsely awarded. Fitted with proper neck ribbon. 58.3mm wide. Very good looking piece. Item # Vat-1 *SOLD*

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Order of Our Lady of Mercy (Ordine della Mercede). Great quality enamels. Crown suspension with red enamel. Multi part construction. Comes complete with full neck ribbon and ties. Contained in orginal, fitted case of issue, maker marked under the lid: 'A.G. Merli, Via Condotti 33A, Roma'. Top with beautiful, gold embossed coat of arms of the Order. Great condition, shows light wear. Attractive and little known Order. Hard to date piece as insignia remained unchanged for a long time. Probably early 1900's or so. 71mm x 43 mm. Reverse exactly same as obverse. Item # Vat-3 *SOLD*

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Order of Saint Gregory. Military Division Commander (2nd class) neck badge. Full length, original ribbon with ties. Appears to be 1920's-1940's vintage. Unmarked, however judging by workmanship made in Tanfani & Bertarelli's shop. Very good quality, multi part construction. Very rare in Military Division (shield of arms suspension). 58mm wide, 95mm high (with trophy of arms suspension). Great condition, no enamel damage. Appears to be silver gilt. A must for serious Vatican Orders collector. Note that Military Division of 2nd type (1834-1905) were a lot more frequent then the post 1905 type. Many were awarded during Italian Wars of Independence (1848/59/60) to French and other troops. Item # Vat-4 *SOLD*

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Order of Militia of Jesus Christ. The Original Order was founded as an off-shoot from Dominicans around 13th Century. Order was supposed to bound members to defend Church and It's interests. Order's members hailed from France, Spain, Italy and Germany. History states that Order did not last long and had been dissolved at one point. It has been brought back to 'life' in 1870 as Italian troops captured Rome. New members consisted of former Papal Army officers who pledged to fight for the rights of the Holy See. Vatican however did not acknowledge the Order as that of the Holy See. In that aspect it should be considered as an International Order. Presented here is the neck badge (Commander) of the Order in gilt. Light patina throughout. Black and white enamels intact. Both sides are identical. Cross measures 72.5mm x 57mm. Original neck ribbon complete with ties. Rarely seen in commerce. Seems to be 1940's vintage, perhaps little earlier. Condition is good to very good. Item # Vat-5 *SOLD*

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The Order Of St. Gregory The Great. Knight of 2nd type (post 1834). Bautifully crafted in gold (NOT GILT!). Mid XIX c. Swiss gold punch marks (Geneva) on eyes (cross and wreath suspension). Lovely, narrow old style wreath. Deep cross-cut pattern under red enamels. Ribbon appears to be original, front faded. It is rare to find a Swiss-made insignia. Enamels intact. 41.5mm wide, 58mm high (to top of wreath suspension). Multi part construction. Superb piece! Item # Vat-6 *SOLD*

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Bene Merenti - 1950 Jubilee silver award. These were issued to clergy only and are hard to find. Complete with original, fitted case of issue (embossed: Comitato Centrale, Anno Santo 1950). Silvered cross with green enamel laurel wreath. Obverse inscribed: 'Bene Merenti', reverse: 'Anno Jubilaei MCML'. Suspended from Vatican coat of arms. Original ribbon. Enamels intact. Light wear, some tarnish. 55mm wide. Item # Vat-7 *SOLD*

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Same as above but in bronze and no case. Very good condition, light wear. No damage to enamels. Hard to find. Item # Vat-8 *SOLD*

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Leo XIII (Pope 1878-1903) Bene Merenti medal in silver. Fancy suspension with, very good details to all. Medal by: 'F. Bianchi'. 38mm in diameter. Very good condition with only slight wear. Original ribbon. Item # Vat.-9 *SOLD*

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John XXIII (Pope 1958-63) Bene Merenti medal. Silver gilt. Vatican coat of arms suspension (great details). 32.5mm diameter. Handsome looking award. Original ribbon very clean. Shows light wear, no damage. Item # Vat-10 *SOLD*

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Leo XIII Pontificate medal by Bianchi. Well detailed silver medal. Original ribbon. Reverse insribed: 'Anno. L. Ab. Inito. Episcopatu' to edge - ' Oleo Sancto Meo VNXI EVM Ps. LXXXVIII' to center. 31mm diamter. Rare medal. Very good condition. Item # Vat-11 *SOLD*

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Paul VI (Pope 1963-78) 30 years service cross. These were issued to clergy for long services and are quite rare. Silver cross with Vatican coat of arms suspension, center inscribed 'XXX' in relief. Reverse inscribed: 'Paulus Papa VI'. Great details to all. Pebbly arms. Original ribbon. 37mm wide. Light tarnish. Very attractive award. Item # Vat-12 *SOLD*

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Pius XI (Pope 1922-1939) Pontificate medal. Rare, French manufacture (Depose) well marked to both sides. Medal in silver with its original ribbon. Obverse of the Pope, inscribed: 'Pius XI Pont. Max.'. Reverse of most interesting design, portraying Christ's resurrection, angel to the left, Roman soldiers to bottom right and Mount Golgota with the 3 crosses to far right. Bottom inscribed: '19 Centenario 1933'. Truly interesting medal. 26mm dia. Item # Vat-13 *SOLD*

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Pius XII Pontificate commemorative medal. Silvered bronze. Medal by Italian state mint, marked: 'Morbiducci' with crowned 'Z'. Pope to obverse. Reverse of St. Paul Basilica, Colliseum and Forum Romanum. Well detailed medal. 25.5mm dia. Very interesting. Light tarnish. Item # Vat-14 *SOLD*

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1964 Papal Pilgrimige to Holy Land commemorative medal. Highly interesting medal in bronze. Complete with appropriate ribbon. Obverse inscribed: 'Paulus PP VI Peregrinus in Terra Sancta'. Reverse inscribed: '4. 6. I. 1964 Christo + Ecclesiam +Offert'. 36.5mm dia. Light wear but no damage. Item # Vat-15 *SOLD*

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1975 City of Rome and Vatican Jubilee medal. Well detailed, high relief. Interesting medal. 35mm x 49mm. Complete with ribbon. Item # Vat-16 *SOLD*

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Order of Saint Gregory. Commander (2nd class) neck badge in silver gilt. Remarkable, XIXc. example with all original case of issue and button mount neck ribbon. Civil division. Outstanding - jeweler quality with vibrant enamels (very few chips) and attention to details. Wide wreath (this is typical to 1860-90's examples). Produced by A. Tanfani (firm was the premier jeweler to Vatican until 1920's). The firm's address and type of marking (to lid of the case) indicates 1868-1883 manufacturing. Rare opportunity to own older type of this highly attractive award. Case is quite large, red textured paper with gold embossed trim (check out the corner detail) and Papal arms (older style). Silk and fancy felt lining, retaining wall for the badge upon the raised presentation 'landing'. All original, multi-part construction. This must be the nicest example I have ever been able to offer. 56.5mm wide (badge), 35.5mm wreath. Great piece. Item # Vat-20 *SOLD*

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Leo XIII 1900 Pontifical medal by SJ (Stefano Johnson). Large (42mm diameter) silvered medal. Complete with ribbon. Good condition. 'SJ' marked to both sides. Very nice. Item # Vat-21 *SOLD*

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Pius X, 1908 Golden Jubilee of Priesthood commemorative medal. Bronze, by Stefano Johnson (marked S J). 32mm dia. Rare medal, ribbon most likely a replacement. Good details, shows light wear but no damage. Item # Vat-22 *SOLD*

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Pius X Medal, commemorating the 1600th anniversary of the founding of the Christian Empire by Roman emperor Constantine I in A.D. 312. Silvered bronze, by Stefano Johnson. Attractive design. Ribbon seems to be original. Very interesting and rarely seen piece. 29mm diameter. Item #Vat-25 *SOLD*

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Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice (For Church and Pontiff) Award. Instituted by Pope Leo XIII in 1888, it was awarded for distinguished service to the Catholic Church. This was the Church's highest distinction short of being knighted into a Papal Order (e.g., St. Sylvester). Originally the award was divided in three classes: gold, silver and bronze; but in 1908 Pius X decided that it would only be awarded in one grade - gold. Silver gilt cross of fine quality, complete with original ribbon and case of issue. Papal coat of arms embossed to lid indicates it was issued during Benedict XV papacy (1914-22). Benedict XV-era awards of this type are relatively scarce, possibly due to outbreak and duration of WW1. Cross in great condition, ribbon lightly soiled. Original safety pin-type fastener. Case shows age, but no damage. Lovely older set of this still issued award. 42.5mm wide. Item # Vat-28 *SOLD*

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Pius IX Election Commemorative Medal. White metal, approximately 60% silver plating remains. High relief, wonderfully detailed Papal coat of arms on reverse. 37mm diameter. Item # Vat-29. *SOLD*

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Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, gold cross. Bronze gilt, complete with original case of issue (maker: Tanfani & Bertarelli, Roma). Pius XII era (1939-58). U-type needle fastener (normally used by French or Belgian recipients). Initials written on case: J.P. Other than faded ribbon, overall condition is excellent. 44 x 44 mm. Item # Vat-31. *SOLD*

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Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice, rare silver cross (2nd class). First type of this award, as issued from institution until 1908 (changed to single class: gold). Great quality, multi-part construction (each fleur-de-lis is separately applied). Very good condition, few dark areas around center disk. Original ribbon. These are getting hard to find in silver class. Item # Vat-33. *SOLD*

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Pius XI (Pope 1929-1939) Benemerenti 'Anno Jubilee' silver cross. Rare in this form, some discolouring to red enamels (reverse). Very fine quality. Superbly detailed suspension of Vatican crown/keys. Open work abreviated inscriptions between arms. Original ribbon. 30.5mm x 68mm (to top of suspension device). Very good condition. Item # Vat-35 *SOLD*

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Order of Saint Sylvester. Commander class in silver gilt. 2nd type of the award. Very thick and massive construction - manufactured by Wolfers in Brussels. Unusual reverse details (Papal arms superimposed upon gold background). A superb and well hallmarked (900 silver and Wolfers mark) piece; circa 1906-10. Enamels intact. Original ribbon complete with ties showing age and some wear, some fading to back of the ribbon. Spotty darkening to gilt. We cannot say enough about this piece - certainly the best example we've ever handled and by rarely seen maker (for this award). 55mm wide. A must-have for discerning collector. Item # Vat-37 *SOLD*

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