Updated 16:14 22 Apr 2025 GMT+1Published 10:00 22 Apr 2025 GMT+1

Reason why Pope Francis' ring will be destroyed with special hammer following death aged 88

Images of Pope Francis lying in state notably detail that he is still wearing the ring, which is believed to be valued at more than $500,000

Joe Yates

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Topics: Pope Francis, Catholic Church, Religion, World News

Joe Yates

Joe is a journalist for UNILAD, who particularly enjoys writing about crime. He has worked in journalism for five years, and has covered everything from murder trials to celeb news.

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Reason why Pope Francis' ring will be destroyed with special hammer following death aged 88

Images of Pope Francis lying in state notably detail that he is still wearing the ring, which is believed to be valued at more than $500,000

Reason why Pope Francis' ring will be destroyed with special hammer following death aged 88

Images of Pope Francis lying in state notably detail that he is still wearing the ring, which is believed to be valued at more than $500,000

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