1571 Papal States Pius V Medal Rome (early 20th century)
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Obverse: Right-facing bust of Pope Pius V wearing richly decorated vestments with intricate embroidery and medallions.
Obverse legend: PIUS·V·PONTIFEX·MAX·A·VI
(Translation: Pius V, Supreme Pontiff, Year 6).
Reverse: Biblical scene depicting Christ washing the feet of the Apostles — the Mandatum (Washing of the Feet). Several apostles are seated around, symbolizing humility and service.
Reverse legend: None (scene within beaded border).
Edge: Plain
Country: Papal States (Rome)Edge: Plain
Country: Papal States (Rome)
Year: 1571 (Struck in early 20 th century)
Metal: Bronze
Diameter ± 27 mm
Weight ± 9.4 g
Struck in early 20th century. In early 20th century — a period of revived interest in art, religion, and history — the Vatican wanted to preserve the designs of earlier medals by making new impressions from the original dies.
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