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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Pope John Paul II/John Cardinal Krol Commemorative Coin
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Pope John Paul II/John Cardinal Krol Commemorative Coin

Artifact ID1981.35922.01
Date 1979
Medium Metal (aluminium)
Dimensions1/16 × 1 1/2 in. (2.3 × 38.4 mm)
Physical DescriptionA commemorative coin featuring John Cardinal Krol on the obverse. The verso features Pope John II and text stating, "Philadelphia, October 3-4, 1979."
Historical NoteThis coin is from the trip to Philadelphia on October 3-4, 1979.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Person Depicted Cardinal John Krol (Archbishop of Philadelphia (1961-1988))
Person Depicted John Paul II, Pope (1920 - 2005)