ITALY, Papale (Stato della Città del Vaticano). John Paul II. 1978-2005. Set of three (3) AV, AR, and Æ Medals. By Federico Severino. Dated RY 19 (AD 1997). IOANNES PAVLVS II PONT MAX ANNO XIX, bust facing slightly left, wearing pallium and mitre / Christ standing facing, holding cross and raising hand in benediction; below, CRUSTUS HERI HODIE ET SEMPER. Edge: E CIVITATE VATICANA 291/900. All: 44mm. AV Medal: 59.90 g, .917 gold // AR Medal: 40.17 g, .986 silver // Æ Medal: 35.87 g. Choice EF. In original box and case of issue, with certificate numbered 291/900. Three (3) medals in lot.
From the Peter J. Merani Collection, purchased from Jencius Coins, October 2009.