Vatican, Papal State. A Cross Of Mentana, Knight, 1867 Auction screwback version

screwback version

presenting as a Cross Pattée with oak leaf wreath through the arms

Israel 1973-1979

scattered gilt wear and light contact on the brass fittings

Vatican, Papal State. A Cross Of Mentana, Knight, 1867 Auction screwback versionSilver nickel cross bearing cross and Latin Hinc Victoria (translation: Hence Victory) in centerpiece on obverse, with reverse bearing Latin FIDEI ET VIRTUTI (translation: Loyal and meritorious) and bearing PP Pius IX 1867, measuring at 39. 82mm (w) x 47. 56mm (H) and weighing at 13. 7 grams, replacement ribbon, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: The Mentana Cross was was instituted on November 14, 1867 by Pope Pius IX, in commemoration of the