Annual Papal Medal 2013 – Pope Francis Year 1 – Silver Mint
Annual Papal Medal 2013 – Pope Francis Year 1 – Silver Mint
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The official Vatican annual medal for the first year of Pope Francis' pontificate, struck in sterling silver by the Italian State Mint in a limited, numbered edition. For collectors of papal medals, this is the foundational issue of the Francis pontificate, released by the Vatican in 2013.
- Size: diameter 44 mm. or 1,73 inch; weight 40 gr.
- Material: sterling silver 986/1000
- Edition: limited and numbered mintage, 4000 medals issued; edge bears E CIVITATE VATICANA and the serial number
- Certificate: guarantee certificate stamped by the Vatican Secretariat of State and the Italian State Mint
- Shipping: Ships from Rome, Italy
The portrait of Pope Francis is the work of artist Mariangela Crisciotti, ringed by FRANCISCVS PONT. MAX. AN. I. The reverse rim quotes the calling of Matthew — miserando atque eligendo — the verse that moved seventeen-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio toward his vocation. This is the corrected issue, not the mis-struck "Lesus" error medal.
We ship from Italy
We ship from Italy
We are located in Rome, ITALY.
We ship directly from Italy. This means all U.S. orders are subject to import tariffs and customs fees as required by U.S. law.
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US Tariffs
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Blessing
Blessing
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Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Minimize contact to chemicals (hairspray, perfume, body lotion, bleach, etc.) and do not wear it the shower, swimming pool or hot tub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you ship from?
We are located in Rome, Italy.
How will my items be shipped to the USA?
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How can I track my package?
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Can I expedite shipping?
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Can I get an extra blessing?
Sure! We will bring your items to be blessed by the Holy Father after the sale. Just leave us a note during checkout or contact us after checkout!