As tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ring will be destroyed — or defaced, at least — within the walls of the ...

Pope Francis was to be buried at the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome on Saturday following a funeral mass in St.

Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at 88, was honored with a funeral at St. Peter's Square. A key tradition following his death involves destroying his signet ring, a practice dating back ...

Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff's signet ring will ... The Fisherman's Ring and a pendant called the bulla traditionally served as official seals for official letters and documents ...

It even sparked a controversy over hygiene.Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ... s Ring and a pendant called the bulla traditionally served as official seals for official ...