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It is called a mitre and is also worn by all bishops, archbishops and cardinals. It is symbolic of a bishop.

And is also considered a tradition as it dates back to the medieval days.

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The small white skull cap is called a zucchetto. The tall, peaked head piece is called a mitre.

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