The 1866 1 Lira: the First Photogenic Pope #coincollecting #history

Did you know the Papal States were once a vast territory ruled directly by the Pope, covering much of central Italy? These lands were the predecessor to today’s Vatican City, showcasing the Pope’s temporal and spiritual power. The 1866 1 Lira coin features Pope Pius IX, the longest-reigning Pope in history, who oversaw significant changes, including the loss of the Papal States during Italy's unification. Fun fact: Pius IX was the first pope to be photographed, bringing tradition into the modern age!

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