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

Among the many traditions and rituals that come into play following the death of a pope, one that has once again garnered ...

But when Francis’ predecessor Pope Benedict XVI became the first ever pope to resign in six centuries, a new tradition was established: A deep cross was carved into the ring’s surface with ...

But why does this ring get smashed? What's with this dramatic destruction of the papal bling? And how did a ring become the ...

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 ...

Among the oldest traditions that mark the funeral preparations for Pope Francis is the destruction of his signet ring, the Ring of the Fisherman You can save this article by registering for free here.

Cardinals will gather on May 7 in a conclave in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel to elect a new Pope, days after Pope Francis ...