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Medal - Franciscus La Pietà
| Location | Vatican City |
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| Year | 2013 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse description | Right-facing bust of Pope Francis wearing a zucchetto and papal vestments, in high relief. The legend arcs around the upper field, with the date in Roman numerals at lower left. An engraver's signature appears in the lower field. |
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| Obverse lettering | FRANCISCVS PONTIFEX MAXIMVS MMXIII |
| Reverse description | Detailed relief depiction of Michelangelo's sculpture 'La Pietà', showing the Virgin Mary seated and cradling the body of Christ. The legend 'MICHELANGELO' arcs along the left rim and 'LA PIETÀ' along the right rim, with 'ROMA' inscribed along the lower border. |
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