A 9th century depiction of the Pope at that time. Because of his youthful appearance, it is thought to be Gregory IV who became Pope aged 37 and sat on the Papal throne until 25 Jan 844. He was originally the Cardinal priest of the Basilica of St Mark in Rome

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Photo credit: © Colin Waters / Alamy / Afripics
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