Jerónimo Grimaldi, 1st Duke of Grimaldi
The Duke of Grimaldi | |
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Portrait by Francisco Javier Ramos | |
| Chief Minister of Spain | |
| In office 9 October 1763 – 19 February 1777 | |
| Monarch | Charles III |
| Preceded by | Ricardo Wall |
| Succeeded by | José Moñino |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Paolo Girolamo Grimaldi 10 July 1710 Genoa, Republic of Genoa |
| Died | 1 October 1789 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | Spanish |
Pablo Jerónimo Grimaldi y Pallavicini, 1st Duke of Grimaldi, GE (6 July 1710 – 1 October 1789) was a Spanish diplomat and politician. After extensive experience as an Ambassador, Grimaldi served as Chief Minister of Spain between 1763 and 1778 helping to rebuild Spanish power following its defeat during the Seven Years' War. For his services as Secretary of State, he was granted the title of Duke of Grimaldi by King Charles III of Spain. Grimaldi was of Genoese descent, and a member of the House of Grimaldi.