Here’s why Pope Francis’s ring will be destroyed by a hammer

The Pope is given a ring when announced as the pontiff, but it’s destroyed upon his death (Picture: AFP)

As Cardinals from across the globe will meet this morning for the first time since Pope Francis died, other traditions after a papal death are underway.

The world will be watching Vatican City after the death of the 88-year-old pontiff on Easter Monday, but behind closed doors, centuries-old ceremonies are being carried out.

One of those is the destruction of the Pope’s famous ring...