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SAN FRANCISCO, April 4, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Excelsis Fine Fragrances announced today that its flagship fragrance, The Pope's Cologne, is now available in the Gift Shop of The Cathedral of Saint Mary in San Francisco.

In 1847 Pope Pius IX named the Blessed Virgin Mary patroness of the United States. So it is appropriate that this historic cologne of Pius IX should come to this beautiful cathedral which is dedicated in her name. The store provides an extensive offering of religious articles and gifts from around the world.

The Pope's Cologne is an aristocratic, Old World cologne made from the private formula of Pope Pius IX This "historic refreshing aftershave" is offered in a handsome two ounce, embossed flacon with a fine mist pump spray and gift-worthy carton. Sold worldwide, it has been featured on The CBS Sunday Morning television show and in "Inside the Vatican" magazine.

The Pope's Cologne is also available at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore and at the National Shrine in Washington, DC.

Dealer inquiries are welcome. www.ThePopesCologne.com