A Vatican Pro Ecclesia Et Pontiface, Silver Grade Cross, Cased, Pope St. Pius X (Giuseppe Sarto) Period (1903-1914) Buy Now and for his services received

and for his services received the medal and two clasps

the center with a quality black enameled rotated swastika (Hakenkreuz) within a stamped circular wreath impressed with oak leaves

he is not shown in any lists so he probably died in 1948 at the age of 72

The underside of the cap is also in a grayish-blue wool-cotton blend

which was found guilty of having inadequate maintenance and safety procedures

A Vatican Pro Ecclesia Et Pontiface, Silver Grade Cross, Cased, Pope St. Pius X (Giuseppe Sarto) Period (1903-1914) Buy Now and for his services receivedVatican; Silver, unmarked, 32. 5 mm, original ribbon, dark patina, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, Papal coat of arms of St. Pius X (Giuseppe Sarto, 1903 1914) on the lid, maker marked "TANFANI ROMA" on the inside lid, lightly soiled recessed medal bed, scuffed exterior, warped lid, case fine.