Pope Paul VI Commemorative Medal Pendant

This is a circular commemorative religious medal or pendant crafted from a gold-toned metal, likely gilt bronze or brass. The obverse features a high-relief profile portrait of Pope Paul VI (Paulus VI) facing left, wearing typical papal attire including the zucchetto and an ornate stole. The Latin inscription 'PAULUS VI PONTIFEX MAX' arches around the top edge, enclosed within a decorative beveled border featuring a repetitive diagonal line or 'sunburst' pattern. Below the portrait, the small initials 'VEROI' are visible, indicating the work of the artist Guido Veroi, a prolific Italian medalist. The piece includes an integrated rectangular bale at the top for suspension on a chain. The metal exhibits a soft, aged patina with mild surface wear, darkening in the recesses of the relief, and slight tarnish consistent with mid-20th-century origins (circa 1963-1978). The craftsmanship is characteristic of Italian minting, showcasing fine detail in the facial features and liturgical textile patterns. Its condition shows no significant structural damage, though the finish has matured over time, adding to its historical character.