Pazzi

The Pazzi family is a noble Tuscan family, particularly notable in the medieval and Renaissance periods. They gave up their titles so that members could be elected to public office. Their main trade, during the 15th century was banking. They are linked to the "Pazzi conspiracy"—to assassinate Giuliano de' Medici and simultaneously attempt murder of his brother, Lorenzo de' Medici on 26 April 1478. Andrea de' Pazzi was also the patron of the chapter house for the Franciscan community at Florence's Santa Croce church, often known as the Pazzi Chapel. After the conspiracy, the remaining Pazzi were rehabilitated and returned to Florence although they suffered the indignity of not being allowed to serve in government or take part in some of the more prestigious religious festivals.