Engraved on its oblong, flat surface is an unidentified symbol, which resembles two asterisk marks. It could be the mark of a ...

Pope Francis’ renowned gold signet ring, worn on his right hand ... True to his humble nature, the pope had famously opted against the traditional papal residence, forgoing the grandeur of ...

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 ...

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines will present Leo with the signet “ring of the fisherman,” which was traditionally used to seal official documents but is now ceremonial.