The featured item is a souvenir coin holder with one coin from Saint John XXIII and six stamps underneath it in its original case. Dated 1959.
A Chalice & Paten Used by Pope John XXIII: June 16, 1959Papal Artifacts remembers with joy the anniversary of the birth of Saint John XXIII.
After his election to the papacy, John XXIII quickly became known as the “Good Pope” by Christians who worked closely with him and knew him personally. Largely recognized for convoking the Second Vatican Council, John XXIII was also known for his simple charity that endured throughout his papacy and had a lasting impact on the Church.
He was canonized April 27, 2014
A NEW HISTORY
The Good Pope made simple but important changes. He established the tradition of publicly reciting the Angelus from the window of the Apostolic Palace on Sundays and offering pilgrims a short catechesis.
PERSONAL
As Pope and bishop, John XXIII always wanted to be near to the faithful. He was the first Pope to leave the walls of the Vatican to visit parishes, hospitals and prisons around Rome. At times he would even sneak past the Swiss Guard to walk around the city alone.
UNIQUE
John XXIII courageously chose the name of an anti-pope from the fifteenth century and by doing so, redeemed it. Cardinal Roncalli had no fear to take the name of an imposter who had been avoided for 500 years.
PEACE
During his pontificate, John XXIII witnessed two world wars that divided the world into two opposing political regimes. He recognized the need to build bridges of peace and even exchanged letters with world leaders like Khrushchev, the leader of the Soviet Union.
MESSAGES
For the first time in history, John XXIII addressed, not only Catholics, but “all men of good will” in his encyclical letter, “Pacem in Terris.” The encyclical strongly argued against the use of armed conflict as a means to obtain justice.
REFORM
Only a few months after his election to the papacy, John XXIII announced a consistory to elect nine new cardinals, more than half of which were not Italian. He appointed cardinals from Japan, Africa, the Philippines, and Venezuela, offering also greater representation within the Curia.
VATICAN II
Undoubtedly, the major work of John XXIII was convening the Second Vatican Council, a meeting of all the bishops from around the world to study and discuss the situation of the Church. An elderly pontiff, considered to be a transitional pope, carried out one of the most profound changes in the Church in modern time.
ECUMINISM
John XXIII worked to increase dialogue between Christians and all other denominations, even inviting Muslims, American Indians, and members of various Christian denominations as observers to the Second Vatican Council. He also established the first Vatican department to promote unity amongst Christians.
At his death, crowds chanted “sainthood now” as they paid their last respects, a gesture that would be seen again years later at the death of John Paul II. Both of these popes will continue their common history as they were elevated to sainthood together.
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- A Zucchetto of Saint John XXIII
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- St. John XXIII: Fiddleback Chasuble & Manisfolds
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- Pope John XXIII Reverse Side of Silver Medallion
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- 2001 Coin Set With the Images of Pope Pius IX, Pope Pius XI, Pope Pius XII, Saint John XXIII, Pope Paul VI, Pope John Paul I and Saint John Paul II
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- Passport Issued to Participating Bishops in Vatican II: Cover
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- Calling Card From St. Ann’s Rectory Signed as Cardinal Roncalli, Patriarch of Venice
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- Small Program With the Coat of Arms of Blessed John XXIII
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- Thank You Card and Message Sent From Angelo Roncalli on the Occasion of His Elevation to the Cardinalate (inside view)
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- Stanhopes From the Pontificates of Saint John XXIII and Paul VI
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- Case for 1964 Rare Gold Medal Commemorating the Death of John XXIII Manzu Medal Design
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- Rare Gold Medal Commemorating the Death of John XXIII: Obverse Manzu Medal Design
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- Pope John XXIII: A Silver Medallion
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- Bronze and Silver Medals of Saint John Paul II & Saint John XXIII with Pope Francis’ Coat of Arms on Back
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- Original Charcoal Sketch by Giacomo Manzu From 1963, Signed
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- Mass Booklet & Holy Card from the Canonizations of Saint John Paul II & Saint John XXIII, April 27, 2014
