Holy See / Papa Simplicius (Pope Simplicius)

Pope Simplicius was Pope from 468 to his death in 483. He was born in Tivoli, Italy, the son of a citizen named Castinus. Most of what is known of him is derived from the Liber Pontificalis.

Simplicius is credited with the construction of a church named in memory of the virgin and martyr St. Bibiana. St. Simplicius's feast day is celebrated on 10 March, the day of his death.

500th Anniversary of the Battle of Sempach

United Kingdom / Sovereign 1905

Switzerland - which was the victorious side in the battle in which the Duke lost his life - issued a commemorative 5 Francs coin to mark its 500th anniversary.