VATICAN CITY - A spokesperson for the Vatican has said that the bruise on Pope Francis' chin, which was visible in Sunday's ceremony, is the result of a domestic accident with his nightstand. 

 Matteo Bruni told the press that the pontiff bashed his chin on a cabinet prior to Sunday's ceremony, which saw the appointment of 21 new cardinals, resulting in a significant bruise and plaster. 

 Francis is one of the oldest pope's in history, and will celebrate his 88th birthday on Dec. 17.

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