1721 Copper Engraving Portrait Pope Gregory XIV Roman Catholic Church EUM1 XECA4 from a photograph by Ernest

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1721 Copper Engraving Portrait Pope Gregory XIV Roman Catholic Church EUM1 XECA4 from a photograph by ErnestThis is an original 1721 black and white copper engraving of "Gregorius XIV. Pont. Max.,' better known as Pope Gregory XIV. Born Niccol Sfondrati, Pope Gregory XIV served as Pontiff from 5 December 1590 until his death in 1591. His pontificate was highlighted by vigorous intervention in favor of the Catholic party in the French Wars of Religion, which were initiated when the king of Spain and the duke of Mayenne encouraged Gregory XIV to excommunicate