A Journey Through Vatican History… During my recent trip to the Vatican, I captured these photos from the Philatelic and Numismatic Office at the Vatican Museums — a rare glimpse into the legacy of Pope John XXIII, one of the most influential figures in modern Church history and the initiator of the Second Vatican Council in 1962. These images showcase commemorative stamps and postal memorabilia from his papacy (1958–1963), capturing key milestones like his election, the opening of the council, and his passing. Here, history becomes art… and stamps become storytellers. #Vatican #PopeJohnXXIII #Philately #StampCollection #VaticanMuseums #History #Art #VaticanCity #travelmoments