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If these limestone walls could talk, they would speak of devastating fires, millions of eager travelers, an unexpected decades-long slumber, and a massive $243 million rescue mission. [ 1 ,  2 ]

  That is the exact image! The photo you shared shows the  Rolling Stone "Ultimate Guide to His Music & Legend "   tribute issue, which prominently features the legendary portrait taken by famed photographer Albert Watson.   [ 1 ,   2 ] The visual history of this iconic portrait lines up perfectly with your memory of downtown Minneapolis: The Original 2004 Cover:  This exact shot originally served as the cover for  Rolling Stone Issue 949  in May 2004. It accompanied the famous "Prince Reclaims His Crown" cover story, celebrating his massive comeback year anchored by his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction and the  Musicology  tour. [ 1 ,  2 ] The Framed Display:  Because the original cover was cropped tightly around his face, it perfectly showcased his hands framing his jawline. Just as the Gittelson family remembered, the custom diamond ring gleaming right on his left hand became a focal point of pride for the local skyw...