Oldest elected pope
- Who
- Pope Clement X
- Where
- Italy (Rome,)
- When
- 29 April 1670
The oldest pontiff at the time of his election was Clement X (Italy, b. Emilio Altieri 13 July 1590) who became pope on 29 April 1670 at the age of 79 years 290 days and crowned on 11 May that year. He died on 22 July 1676.