John Paul II 1987 U.S.A. Trip Medal 50mm

Medal commissioned by Vatican City for Pope John Paul II's pilgrimage to the U.S.A. on September 10-19, 1987 and given as a gift to local dignitaries. During this journey, John Paul II visited the cities of Miami, Columbia, New Orleans, San Antonio, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Monterey, Carmel and San Francisco. Gold over bronze 50mm. Scarce. By Enrico Manfrini. Includes original plush case. A smaller, looped, version of this medal also exists.