Born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto in 1835, Pius X served as pope from 1903 until his death in 1914. Known for his conservative, anti-modernist philosophies, he became, in 1954, the first pope to be elevated to sainthood since Pius V in 1712. Handwritten apostolic blessing in Latin on an off-white 7 x 1.5 card, signed “Pius P.P. X.” The date January 9, 1904 has been added in another hand. Matted with a vintage postcard photo and engraved plaque to an overall size of 9 x 12. In fine condition. R&R COA.
