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Historical SignificanceThis is a rare and exceptionally preserved Vatican Secretariat of State document dated March 9, 1939. It bears the bold, original signature of Giovanni Battista Montini, the future Pope Paul VI.The \"Sede Vacante\" Transition: This document was signed during one of the most historic weeks in 20th-century Vatican history. Following the death of Pope Pius XI, Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli was elected Pope Pius XII on March 2. This document was signed just three days prior to Pius XII’s formal coronation on March 12, 1939.Elite Gallery Provenance
This piece carries impeccable pedigree, having been originally vetted and sold by the prestigious David Schulson Autographs of New York City. Schulson was world-renowned for his expertise in high-end historical manuscripts, and this document includes the original Schulson gallery summary and translation. This provides the ultimate peace of mind for the serious collector. Schulson was a renowned PADA member and one of the world\'s foremost experts in historical manuscripts; his gallery pedigree provides a lifetime guarantee of authenticity for the discerning collector.Item Details
• Signatory: Giovanni Battista Montini (Future Pope Paul VI)
• Role: Signed as \"Sostituto\" (Substitute) of the Secretariat of State.
• Recipient: Count Paolo (Paul) Biver, noted French historian and Secret Chamberlain to the Papal Court.
• Date: March 9, 1939
• Condition: Excellent, with an crisp, dark ink signature and an intact embossed Vatican seal.
• Framing: Housed in a vintage 14\" x 18\" professional frame with original craft paper backing. (Note: Includes a vintage collector-added portrait of the Pope, preserved with the document for decades).Shipping & Handling
• US Seller: Ships via tracked and insured service from within the United States.
• No Import Fees: Domestic buyers avoid the significant 2026 international customs surcharges and delays associated with European listings.
• Professional Packaging: Frame will be carefully wrapped and boxed and shipped with \"Blue Tape\" glass protection to ensure safe arrival.
