Pope John Paul II commemorative banner (1978) - 45 cm - Vintage - Wood, Textile, Alloy - 1970-1980

A beautiful, rare commemorative banner (makatka).

A very handsome and detailed commemorative banner (makatka) on a wooden board in honor of the historic election of Pope John Paul II in 1978. This unique piece of religious and Polish history is in good condition.
The black fabric banner is richly decorated with silver and gold prints, including an image of a Polish Hussar and the traditional Polish coat of arms with the white eagle. In the center there is a stunning, detailed relief medallion bearing the portrait of the pope.
Below the medallion is the Latin inscription describing the election of Cardinal Karol Wojtyła (son of the land of Kraków) by the cardinals in 1978. The banner is finished at the bottom with a classic red tassel and is equipped with the original hanging cord.

Specifications:
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Subject: Election of Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtyła)
Year: ca. 1978 / 1979
Country of origin: Poland
Condition: In very good vintage condition (complete with cord and tassel, no discoloration)
A wonderful collectible for devotees of devotional items, papal memorabilia, or Polish history.

The cord shows some wear. Material type of the medallion is not known. Not bronze.