Centenary of the Birth of Saint Pope John Paul II Souvenir Sheet

Hungary · 2020 · 1500 Ft

This souvenir sheet commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Saint Pope John Paul II. The design features a portrait of the Pope in a contemplative pose, his papal coat of arms, and an integrated stamp depicting him in full papal regalia, raising his hand in blessing.

Pope John Paul II, born Karol Józef Wojtyła, was the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State from 1978 to 2005. He was the first non-Italian pope in over 450 years and is remembered for his significant role in ending communism in his native Poland and across Eastern Europe, as well as for his extensive travels and efforts to promote interfaith dialogue.