Description: Vatican - Holy Cross Pro Ecclesia and Pontifice 1888 – Silver Medal Medal measures approx. 42 mm x 42 mm. The Holy Cross Pro Ecclesia and Pontifice is a distinction whose translation means: for the church and for the pope. It is also known as the Cross of Honor. It can be attributed to members of the clergy as well as to male and female laity. The cross was offered by Pope Leo XIII on July 17, 1888 on the occasion of his priestly Golden Jubilee. Initially, the distinction was only for those who had deserved the celebrations. It is only in 1898 that the decoration becomes permanent. The Cross of Merit is carried on the left side of the chest.It consists of a quartered cross of four fleurs-de-lis. In the middle is a medallion representing the bust of Leo XIII and the inscription: "LEO XII P.M. ANN X". The cross is adorned with comets that recall, with the lilies, the weapons of the founding Pope. The reverse of the medal bears the papal emblem and the inscription: "PRO ECCLESIA et PONTIFICE".On the reverse of the cross, one reads: "PRID. Cal. Ian. 1888 ". Originally, it was conferred in gold, silver and bronze, Mazius, in 1908, Pius X decided that there would now be only one class whose badge would be gold. -----------------------oo0oo-----------------------SHIPPING and PAYMENT: We ship Internationally and accept PAYPAL For multiple purchases, please wait for my invoice so I can combine mailing.
Price: 45 USD
Location: Manila
End Time: 2024-08-22T04:18:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Composition: Silver
Year: 1888
Country/Region of Manufacture: Holy See (Vatican City State)
Certification: Uncertified
