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WORLD, Italy. Papale (Stato pontificio). John XXII. 1316-1334. PB Seal – Bulla (38mm, 51.81 g, 12h). Bare heads of Sts. Paul and Peter, facing slightly right and left, respectively, each within beaded halo; cruciform scepter between: S PA S PE above / IOhA/NNЄS/ PP : XXII (Ω over PP). Serafini 18-20. Spots of corrosion on reverse. Good VF.
From the Peter J. Merani Collection. Ex Luparello Collection (Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 210, 13 May 2009), lot 457.
The second Pope from Avignon and a native of Cahors, John XXII involved himself in the political and religious issues of many European countries, thus making him a very controversial figure. He was involved in an unpopular belief surrounding the Beatific Vision, arguing against the belief that those who are saved experience the understanding of God before the Last Judgment.
From the Peter J. Merani Collection. Ex Luparello Collection (Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 210, 13 May 2009), lot 457.
The second Pope from Avignon and a native of Cahors, John XXII involved himself in the political and religious issues of many European countries, thus making him a very controversial figure. He was involved in an unpopular belief surrounding the Beatific Vision, arguing against the belief that those who are saved experience the understanding of God before the Last Judgment.