ITALY, Papale (prigioniero del Vaticano). Benedict XV. 1914-1922. AR Medal (43mm, 35.48 g, 12h). By Bianchi. Dually dated RY 7 and 1920 (in Roman numerals).Electronic Auction 490 Merani Collection – World Medals, Silver Sold For $ 80. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ITALY, Papale (prigioniero del Vaticano). Benedict XV. 1914-1922. AR Medal (43mm, 35.48 g, 12h). By Bianchi. Dually dated RY 7 and 1920 (in Roman numerals). Bust left, wearing zucchetto, mozzetta, and pallium / Sts. Gerolamo and Efrem kneeling at altar with lion; radiant dove above. Rinaldi 115. Mottled iridescent toning, heavy edge marks and dings. EF. In original red case of issue, with some wear. |