Pope Francis signet or papal ring is destroyed after his death. Legit.ng has explained why this is done. The world is in mourning following Pope Francis' death.

Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at 88, was honored with a funeral at St. Peter's Square. A key tradition ...

It even sparked a controversy over hygiene. Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff’s signet ring will be destroyed — or defaced, at least — within the walls of the Vatican following ...

It even sparked a controversy over hygiene. Now, as tradition dictates, the late pontiff's signet ring will be destroyed - or defaced, at least - within the walls of the Vatican following his ...