Pope, 1939 - 58, who maintained neutrality in World War II, opposed Catholic collaboration with Communism, and issued the encyclical Divino Affflante Spiiritu. Very handsome DS as pope, signed 'Pius pp XII,' one page, 10 x 15, August 28, 1946. A special blessing, which reads at the bottom, 'Mr. and Mrs. Emil Kekich, humbly request for themselves and for all those near and dear to them the Apostolic Benediction.' In fine condition, with light edge toning from previous framing. RRAuction COA.
