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.

Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ring ... wore his Fisherman’s Ring to official ceremonies, though for daily use he switched it for a simple silver ring dating from ...

Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ... ring (or a ring-shaped crucifix) as a facsimile of sorts. Francis fell somewhere in between: He wore his Fisherman’s Ring to official ...

It even sparked a controversy over hygiene.Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ... s Ring to official ceremonies, though for daily use he switched it for a simple silver ...

It even sparked a controversy over hygiene.Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ring will ... He wore his Fisherman’s Ring to official ceremonies, though for daily use he switched it ...