Poland - 1983 Silver Pope John Paul II Poznan Visit Medal
Offered is a charming silver medal minted by Polsrebro in .925AR to commemorate the pilgrimage of Pope John Paul II in 1983 to Poland, and his resulting visit to Poznan. This 46mm, 46.35g piece, designed by Mieczysław Przyborowicz, depicts His Holiness JPII on the obverse surrounded by fine radiating rays, as well as Poznan cathedral on the reverse. An interesting note is that this medal had an original retail of 8 575 PLZ.
All in all, a well-proportioned and attractively designed medal which is sure to appeal to both the devout, and those interested in Polish history alike.
Offered is a charming silver medal minted by Polsrebro in .925AR to commemorate the pilgrimage of Pope John Paul II in 1983 to Poland, and his resulting visit to Poznan. This 46mm, 46.35g piece, designed by Mieczysław Przyborowicz, depicts His Holiness JPII on the obverse surrounded by fine radiating rays, as well as Poznan cathedral on the reverse. An interesting note is that this medal had an original retail of 8 575 PLZ.
All in all, a well-proportioned and attractively designed medal which is sure to appeal to both the devout, and those interested in Polish history alike.
Offered is a charming silver medal minted by Polsrebro in .925AR to commemorate the pilgrimage of Pope John Paul II in 1983 to Poland, and his resulting visit to Poznan. This 46mm, 46.35g piece, designed by Mieczysław Przyborowicz, depicts His Holiness JPII on the obverse surrounded by fine radiating rays, as well as Poznan cathedral on the reverse. An interesting note is that this medal had an original retail of 8 575 PLZ.
All in all, a well-proportioned and attractively designed medal which is sure to appeal to both the devout, and those interested in Polish history alike.