© ZacUK
© ZacUK
Papal "Beggars" Medal ND
| Copper | - | 37 mm |
| Type | Spiritual tokens › Religious tokens |
|---|---|
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#152240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A representation of Faith, Hope and Charity - with Charity the largest.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN · CHARITATE · NON · FICTA ·
CONCORDIA
Translation:
In Charity unfeigned
Harmony
Edge
Plain
Comment
Italy - Papal numbered [369] 'Beggars medal' Ca. early 18th century RAREThis is numbered 369 and other examples seen are numbered 188, 1777 and so on.
An attractive and Original AE medal / Token. Issued by Vatican authorities to beggars and others receiving charity. An interesting and rare piece.
Obverse lettering is a quote from the Bible: Mark 1:3
'vox clamantis in deserto parate viam Domini rectas facite semitas eius.'
Reverse lettering is a quote from the Bible: 'IN CHARITATE NON FICTA / 2. AD. COR. 6. V.6.'
