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On April 29, 1985, Prince Charles and Princess Diana had a historic meeting with Pope John Paul II at the Vatican, marking a significant moment in royal and papal relations. The visit symbolized a gesture of goodwill between the British monarchy and the Catholic Church, as both Charles and Diana, representatives of the Anglican British monarchy, were warmly received by the Pope. Diana, elegant in a traditional black gown and veil, made a striking impression, while Charles engaged in thoughtful conversation with the pontiff. Their meeting, set against the grandeur of Vatican City, was widely covered by the media, capturing global attention and reflecting the public's fascination with both the young royal couple and the influential Pope. This visit underscored the importance of diplomacy, bridging religious and cultural divides, and highlighted the enduring power of public figures in fostering international goodwill.
Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (1900–2002) was Queen of the United Kingdom from 1936 to 1952 as the wife of King George VI, and the last Empress of India until 1947. After her husband's death, she was known as Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother.
Born into British nobility, she married Prince Albert, Duke of York, in 1923. With his unexpected ascension to the throne in 1936, Elizabeth became queen consort. During WWII, her steadfast spirit supported the British public. After King George VI's death, her daughter became queen, and Elizabeth became the family matriarch. She remained a beloved public figure, active until shortly before her death at 101.
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Depicts an official emblem of the Laurent Kabila regime: a mature male lion standing to the left amid the grass, symbolizing strength and authority. Above the lion is the country’s name in French, and the denomination is placed below. REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO |
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Depicts a portrait of Lady Diana facing right smiling conjugated with Pope John Paul II three-quarter left smiling also surrounded by her name with birth and death dates above and inscription of occasion with date below. The title of the series above with an oval portrait for The Mother Queen, birth and issue year dates below. THE QUEEN MOTHER - ROYAL FRIENDS |
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5 Francs
The Queen Mother - Royal Friends
Lady Diana Meeting with Pope John Paul II
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KM# 64
The Queen Mother - Royal Friends
Lady Diana Meeting with Pope John Paul II
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Cupronickel |
Weight | 28.75 g |
Diameter | 38 mm |
Thickness | - |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |