ITALY. Papal States. Inclusion of the Feasts of Cyril and Methodius in the Catholic Calendar Silver Medal, 1881 Year VI. PCGS SPECIMEN-62.
Rinaldi-77. By Bianchi. Diameter: 43mm. Obverse: Capped bust of Leo XIII to left; Reverse: Enthroned Pope blesses Slavic pilgrims. Thick magenta gray patina is indicative of prolonged preservation in a velvet case or cabinet, and close inspection of the surfaces confirms that they have remained remarkably pristine over the years. An ideal medal for Papal States specialists to consider if they wish to build a set.

Estimate: $60.00- $100.00