Here is Father’s Commentary The item presented here is an item that shouldn’t exist. It is one of two items I own that should not... read more →
This bronze medal of two Milanese cardinals, Saints Ambrose and Charles Borromeo, predecessors... read more →
A Former Swiss Guard’s Gift to the Papal Artifacts’ Collection We often say that the Papal Artifacts’ Collection is peppered with unusual and interesting stories... read more →
The Papal Artifacts’ Collection is primarily dedicated to artifacts connected to the papacy. Individual popes, their biographies and multiple items belonging to them, including first... read more →
Upon Pius VI’s election, he received much criticism that his coat of arms was ‘too busy.’ Within months of his election he yielded to the pressure... read more →
“In 397, or twelve years after his conversion, Augustine wrote his Confessions, the greatest spiritual autobiography... read more →
Statement from Bishop Robert Brom regarding the 2nd class relic (below): This crucifix together with the miraculous medal and safety pin were given to... read more →
Large Portion of the Cassock Worn to the... read more →
These lead seals are some of the finest items in Father Kunst’s collection. They are nickel size seals that held the chains blocking one set of doors of the... read more →
Albino Luciani was elected on August 26, 1978, to a pontificate that lasted a mere 33 days. Today we begin to tell this story since... read more →
FDC Stamps of the Consistory of 5 March, 1973 We are featuring these FDC stamps, because they include the newly named cardinal, Albino Luciani, which set the stage... read more →
This card has the image of the cross-keys and tiara. In English it says: The Secretary of State of his Holiness regrets to communicate that the Holy Father does... read more →
St. Bartholomew in Milan CathedralSt. Bartholomew in Milan CathedralSt. Bartholomew in Milan Cathedral ‘Unthinkable’ Comment in Mark’s Gospel Shows Why We Honor Mary Father Richard Kunst, Curator & Commentator On... read more →
Cardinal Wojtyla visits with Stevens Point residents and delivers keynote speech at Annual Lectures on Poland banquet. His lecture begins at the 1:10 minute mark although there are... read more →
This zucchetto and document of authenticity verify that this is a zucchetto belonging to Pope Pius XII. The document states, The white zucchetto accompanying (this information) was used by his... read more →
The featured item is an autographed photo of St. Pius X. It is in a large ornate frame and has an image of him walking in a hallway... read more →
A Calling Card Dated 1914 & Signed by Pius XI as a Young Priest, Achille Ratti As a young priest Pius XI was the head... read more →
The Featured Item: A Framed Relic of Clothing of Pope St. Pius X This is a unique item, a second class relic (meaning it is... read more →
Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli (1876 – 1958) was appointed Cardinal Secretary of State on February 7, 1930 by Pope Pius XI. He signed this document on behalf of the... read more →
Pope Pius II: A Papal Ring in Velvet Carrying Case Pope Pius II: A Papal Ring with His Coat of Arms, with Papal Cross-Keys & Symbol of St. John the... read more →
Forgotten Saint’s Story Shows How We Should Love the Eucharist Those who have been following my commentaries over the years have likely noticed my affection for the saints.... read more →
The Papal Artifacts’ Collection is primarily dedicated to artifacts connected to the papacy. Individual popes, their biographies and multiple items belonging to them, including first and second class relics,... read more →
A Relic of the True Cross of Christ Here is Father’s... read more →
Letter Written As Cardinal Lambertini, Dated 1730 Here is Father’s Commentary This letter is unique in papal history... read more →
The Papal Artifacts’ Collection is primarily dedicated to artifacts connected to the papacy. Individual popes, their biographies and multiple items belonging to them, including first and second class relics,... read more →
This is one of my favorite items, of course, the chasuble that John Paul II wore for World Youth Day Denver. The chasuble came... read more →
Mass on the Feast of the Assumption? Here’s Why I am a true son of the Catholic Church. I love everything about being Catholic,... read more →
The artifact featured here is entitled, My Prayer Book, Happiness in Goodness: Meditations, Counsels, Prayers, and Devotions, by Rev. F. Lasance. It was published by Benziger... read more →
Oscar A Romero Archbishop of San Salvador, El Salvador, C.... read more →
The three great monotheistic faiths are what are commonly referred to as religions of “the book” — that is, people who adhere to texts that they believe to be inspired.... read more →
The Papal Artifacts’ Collection is primarily dedicated to artifacts connected to the papacy. Individual popes, their biographies and multiple items belonging to them, including first and second class relics,... read more →