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Coronation of Leo XII
- When
- 5 October 1823
- Where
- Coronation location
- Part of
- Conclave elects Pope Leo XII
Leo XII was crowned as pontiff on 5 October 1823 by Cardinal protodeacon Fabrizio Ruffo.
Following his election, Leo XII was crowned on 5 October 1823. He immediately dismissed Ercole Consalvi, his rival in the conclave, and rejected Pius VII's policies. Leo XII was in ill health from the time of his election, though he was noted for enduring pain well.
Sources
- Pope Leo XII Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-30
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