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

3 mm (w) x 17 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension

It was conferred upon those who served the state for at least 35 years

silvered (most of the silver wash is gone)

In gold with red and blue enamels

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.