Papal Artifacts

May 19, 1769: The Election of Pope Clement XIV

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:35:21 CDT

The medallion presented here depicts Pope Clement XIV's decision to suppress the Jesuits in 1772, which lasted for forty years and caused his name to be forever associated with this decision issued in a brief rather than a papal bull. The suppress... read more »

May News from Papal Artifacts!

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:34:20 CDT

We have finally received word from EWTN that the series on the Collection, which was recorded in May 2012, is in the final stages of editing and will soon be aired. We look forward to sharing the Collection in five separate installments and will keep you ... read more »

August 4, 2010: On the Feast of St. Jean Vianney, Father Richard Kunst's Live Interview with EWTN

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:32:41 CDT

[v=grBZIe2NOxI] Watch the EWTN Live interview with Father Richard Kunst which aired on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. An Announcement From Father Richard Kunst: In August of 2010 the Catholic television network EWTN did a live interview with me about my Colle... read more »

Remembering Blessed John Paul's 93rd Brithday, May 18, 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 09:23:22 CDT

Blessed John Paul II was born Karol Jozef Wojtyla in Wadowice, Poland, on May 18, 1920. He was the second longest serving pope in history and the first non-Italian since 1523. Acclaimed as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century, he was in... read more »

May 17, 1410: The Election of the Antipope John XXIII & A Commentary by the Papal Artifacts' Expert

Thu, 16 May 2013 05:48:24 CDT

The word, bull comes from the Latin, bubble. It is the lead seal that was appended to the end of a document acting as the signature of the pope. On one side, it contains the pope’s name and on the other, images of Saints Peter and Paul from whom... read more »

May 16, 2004: The Canonization of Don Luigi Orione by Pope John Paul II

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:50:48 CDT

Papal Artifacts was created primarily to display the Collection of artifacts belonging to over fifty popes. However, it also showcases those items belonging to many saints and blesseds as well as notable individuals, which are shown under the headings of ... read more »

May 14, 1572: The Election of Gregory XIII, the Pope Who Gave Us the Gregorian Calendar

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:59:55 CDT

The artifact presented here, a medal commemorating the Holy Year of 1575, depicts Pope Gregory XIII’s image on one side and an image of him opening the Holy Year door on the reverse side. Pope Gregory XIII reigned from 1572-1585. You may view his bi... read more »

May 13, 1917 & May 13, 1981: An Invisible Thread, Passing Through Fatima, Unites the Two Pontiffs

Sun, 12 May 2013 03:42:41 CDT

The following commentary details the providential incidents that occurred on May 13, 1917 and on May 13, 1981 involving two popes devoted to the Blessed Mother of God. Papal Artifacts invites you to read Emilia Pacelli's account of Eugenio Pacelli's conse... read more »

May 10, 1987: The Beatification of Blessed Andrea Ferrari

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:31:38 CDT

The artifacts presented here are an untranslated letter signed by him as well as two of his business/calling cards both with his writing on them. Papal Artifacts invites you to take a few moments to read the biographical informatio, which follows and incl... read more »

On the Feast of St. Jean Vianney, May 4, 2010: Father Richard Kunst's Live EWTN Interview

Thu, 09 May 2013 03:13:57 CDT

May 8, 1721: The Election of Pope Innocent XIII

Tue, 07 May 2013 07:40:03 CDT

Papal Artifacts honors the memory and dedication to our Church of Pope Innocent XIII who reigned during a period of political turmoil from May 8th, 1721-1724. The artifact presented here is a Christmas greeting signed as Cardinal De'Conti, the future Inn... read more »

May 6: Honoring the Swiss Guard on the Date of Their Annual Enrollment

Sun, 05 May 2013 02:59:43 CDT

Papal Artifacts is pleased to honor the Swiss Guard, the body of soldiers who swear an oath to defend the pope. Primarily operating in a ceremonial capacity now, the Guard is still capable of defense if necessary. The artifact presented here is significan... read more »

May 1, 2013: The Second Anniversary of the Beatification of Blessed John Paul II

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:03:31 CDT

Papal Artifacts is proud to honor the memory of Blessed John Paul II on this second anniversary of his beatification. Forty-seven artifacts belonging to or associated with Blessed John Paul are located on pages 1 - 3 of the Papal Artifacts pages. A b... read more »

On the Feast of Saint Pius V, April 30th: A Commentary by Father Richard Kunst

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:43:05 CDT

The artifact presented here is a reliquary containing a portion of the original white cassock worn by Pius V. He was the first Dominican pope. Their habits are still all white. As pope, Pius V dressed as a Dominican. After his death, popes continued thi... read more »

April 23rd: The Feast of Saint George: Happy Feast Day, Holy Father Francis!

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 05:41:03 CDT

The item presented here is a signed photograph of Cardinal Jorge (George) Bergoglio, who has become His Holiness, Pope Francis. Today we honor him on his feast day. The Story and History of Saint George Saint George was born in Cappadocia, at the close of... read more »