Born Albino Luciani (born 1912) who served as Pope from 26 August 1978 until his sudden death 33 days later. His reign is among the shortest in papal history, and he was declared a Servant of God by his successor, Pope John Paul II, on 23 November 2003. He was the first pontiff to have a double name, choosing "John Paul" in honour of his two immediate predecessors, and he was the first pope to add the regnal number 'I,' designating himself 'the First.' Untranslated ALS signed “A. Luciani,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 8.75, Bishop of Vittorio Veneto letterhead, April 15, 1965. Cloth-matted and framed with a block of six stamps and a photo to an overall size of 18.5 x 17. 5, with a window on the backing for viewing the reverse side of the letter. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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