The artifact is a silver snuff box and chain containing the inscription of the Pope’s name on the front of the box, and his coat of arms on the reverse side. It is in excellent condition.

In 1741, Pope Benedict XIV introduced Innocent’s beatification but French influence caused it to be suspended. Pope Pius XII (1939-1958) announced his beatification in 1956. His feast day is August 12th.

The Oxford Dictionary of Popes states that Historians of all schools recognize him as the outstanding 17th century pope.