Vatican, Papal State. A Miniature Pope Pius IX Bene Merenti Medal, c.1933 Republic of 14 mm (w) x 18

14 mm (w) x 18

refusing to obey an order of an NCO"

It exhibits light wear and soiling on the cover

Footnote: The Order of Leopold I was established 11th of July 1832 by King Leopold I

silvered (most of the silver wash is gone)

Vatican, Papal State. A Miniature Pope Pius IX Bene Merenti Medal, c.1933 Republic of 14 mm (w) x 18Instituted 1933. In silver gilt and enamels, featuring a cross with red enamelled border and inscription in between each arms reading N JUB HUM RED, the reverse presents the inscription PIVS XI. P. M. AXIII BENEMERENTI in blue enamels, surmounted by a papal coat of arms, measures 9. 6mm (w) x 24. 5 mm (h inclusive of Papal Insignia suspension), enamels intact, very fine.