Vatican WWI Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Gold Cross I Class Pope Pius X 1903 1914 Boxed by Tamfani & Bertarelli

Vatican: Medal "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice" Cross, 
1st Class, "gold" (gilt), in its original box of issue 
by Tamfani & Bertarelli in Rome, with the Papal 
coat of Arms of Pope Pius X (1903-1914) on the lid.
The decoration was established in 1888 by Pope 
Leo XIII, in 3 classes, to be awarded to those who 
had significant contribution on his Golden Jubilee 
and the Vatican Exposition. 
Since 1898 it is awarded to members of the 
Church (clergy) and civilians as a recognition of 
outstanding service to the Pope or the Catholic 
Church. 
A very well preserved example!!

FULL SIZE

WW1 1914 - 1918

Item 100% original - ribbon, box original

Condition as on the photos
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