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Coronation of Paul IV
- When
- 26 May 1555
- Where
- Rome
- Part of
- Succession of Pope Paul IV
Paul IV was crowned as pope on 26 May 1555 by the protodeacon.
Three days after his election, Gian Pietro Carafa was formally crowned as pope on 26 May 1555. The ceremony was performed by the protodeacon, marking the official start of his papacy.
Sources
- Pope Paul IV Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-16
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