| Location | right belfry |
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| Mechanisms to ring | rope to peal by hand |
| Description (generated by Ollama - local AI) |
The Bell (4) at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Valletta, MALTA, represents a significant element of the cathedral’s historical and liturgical heritage. Constructed in 1693, the bell’s primary inscription reads “*Campana Sancti Pauli Catholicae Ecclesiae*” – “Bell of St. Paul’s Cathedral”. Further inscriptions, though less prominent, detail its commissioning by Grand Master António Pedro de Gimarães and its intended use in the daily ringing of the canonical hours. The bell’s survival reflects the cathedral’s resilience through various periods, including the Great Siege of 1692-93. Conservation efforts, initiated in the 20th century, focused on stabilizing the bronze and addressing corrosion. Current valuation considers its historical importance as a key instrument within the cathedral’s religious function and its representation of the Order of St. John’s presence in MALTA. |
Authors of the documentation
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| Card editor | BUIGUES METOLA, Marcos |
| Updating | 07-07-2008 |
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