A classic Vatican City Christmas issue depicting the Nativity of Christ, engraved after a Renaissance masterpiece attributed to Raphael and preserved in the Vatican collections. Issued in 1959, the set features three harmonious color treatments, each denomination sharing the same sacred composition with fine line engraving typical of mid-20th-century Vatican issues. The Latin inscription and Roman numerals (MCMLIX) enhance its ecclesiastical character. Highly popular with collectors of Vatican City, Christmas, and religious art themes, this set remains a cornerstone for Nativity-themed collections.

Country: Vatican City
Year of Issue: 1959
Denominations: L.15, L.25, L.60
Theme: Christmas / Nativity / Religious Art
Design Source: After Raphael (Pinacoteca Vaticana)
Inscription: NATIVITAS D.N.I. CHRISTI
Condition: Mint (as shown)