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

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

With a history dating back to at least the 13th century, the Fisherman’s Ring is among the most recognizable items of papal regalia. Named after St. Peter, who was a fisherman and, according to ...

The death of a Pope triggers a centuries-old ritual involving the destruction of the Fisherman’s Ring, a symbol of papal ...

Following Pope Francis's death, the Fisherman's Ring, a symbol of papal authority, will be destroyed by the Cardinal ...