Vatican Pope Chain Uniform Medal Badge Papal Court Rome Priest Catholic Bishop X

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Historic Vatican Holy See
Papal Chamberlain
Collar, Medal & Badge
from
Reign of Pope Pius XI ( 1922 - 1939 )
Offered is an Historical, Rare & Wonderful Piece of Vatican History.
These Chamberlain Collars and Badges Rarely Become Available to the Public.
This is the Pope who reigned during the same time and worked with world figures such as:
Roosevelt, Hitler, Mussolini, Franco, Stalin, Churchill etc.
Talk about Historical !
The title " Papal Chamberlain " was only conferred by the Pope and they were considered one of the highest honors giving direct access and service to the Pope. Very few were awarded thus so few have become available to the public.
Collar Condition: Housed in octagonal red leather case, collar and badge gilt on silver. Uncoiled length is 1550 mm. Badge size is 64.5 mm x 65.5 mm. Collar Enamels are intact. Some minor wear and rubbing. Item sold as pictured.
Badge Condition: Pope Pius XI Badge silver gilt with red and white enamels, oval shield in the center inscribed "PIVS PP XI", mounted by the Pope's crown, the oval shield backed by the Vatican crossed keys, 24.8 mm x 33.5 mm, button hole attachment, intact enamels, some gilt wear, in its original leather case. Item sold as pictured.
This is a true Museum piece that will make a fine addition for the most Discerning Collector of Historical Artifacts
Own a Rare Historical Relic of Vatican History.
Bid Now and Be a Part of the History !
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