The Bradford Exchange Pope Francis Memorial Proof Coins And Display Box
Pope Francis 99.9% Silver-Plated Proof Coin Collection Adorned With Color Images Of The 266th Pope - The election of a pope, and his selection of a papal name, can make history. Yet for Argentinian Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the choice was simple. On March 13, 2013, he became the very first Pope Francis ever, inspired by his deep reverence for St. Francis of Assisi. He would become a Pope who lifted up the world. Respected for his aiding of the poor, the vulnerable and the planet, and his extraordinary outreach worldwide, he was known as the "People's Pope" and left behind a legacy of caring, service and hope. This historic pontiff is now gloriously venerated in a commemorative Pope Francis coin collection, exclusively from The Bradford Exchange Mint. Reflect on key moments from the life of His Holiness with the Pope Francis Memorial Proof Coin Collection. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Catholic Charities serving those in need in honor of Pope Francis. Your collection begins with Issue One, Pope Francis. Soon your collection will continue with Issue Two, Appointed Cardinal by Pope John Paul II and FREE Deluxe Display Box, Issue Three, Pilgrimage of Penance and additional Pope Francis Proof coins, each a separate issue to follow.Intended as collectors' items, each distinctive coin collectible in this tribute is plated in gleaming 99.9% silver and features a full-color portrait of Pope Francis on the front, to mark an important event from his legacy. Offered in coveted Proof condition, the coins also bear meaningful words related to the image as in Issue One which notes the official Latin motto of His Holiness - "MISERANDO ATQUE ELIGENDO" (by having mercy, by choosing Him.) Each is also emphasized by a 24K gold-plated privy mark with the Papal Emblem. The back of each coin showcases a sculpted image of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, the words "IN MEMORIAM," the years of his life, and an accent of ceibo flowers, the national flower of th
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