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SCG5261 - Vatican City – 1987 St. Augustine Commemorative Set
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Issued by Vatican City in 1987, this four-stamp set honors the 1600th anniversary of the baptism of St. Augustine (387–1987), one of the greatest Christian theologians and philosophers. The stamps were printed by the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato, Rome (IPZS) and feature scenes from the life of Augustine, beautifully rendered in medieval and Renaissance artistic styles.
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300 Lire – Illustrates Augustine in reflection with guidance, symbolizing his search for faith.
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400 Lire – Depicts Augustine’s baptism by St. Ambrose in 387, marking his spiritual rebirth.
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500 Lire – Shows Augustine as Bishop of Hippo, immersed in study and writing.
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2200 Lire – Represents Augustine teaching and defending the faith, a central theme of his legacy.
This set is significant not only for its religious and historical value but also for its artistry, with each stamp framed in a warm golden background highlighting Augustine’s role as a Doctor of the Church. It is a sought-after issue among Vatican collectors and those interested in thematic collections on religion, saints, philosophy, and church history.
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