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Pope’s inauguration: From the Fisherman’s Ring to who’s going, here’s all you need to know about the mass
Leo XIV's inaugural mass at the Vatican will see him presented with two symbolic items in front of royalty, world leaders and religious figures.
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Francis in his converted Jeep during his inaugural mass in 2013. Pic: AP
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Pope Benedict XVI waves his Fisherman's Ring during a weekly audience in 2010. Pic: Reuters
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The Fisherman's Ring placed on Francis' finger during his inaugural mass. Pic: Reuters
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Pope Francis wearing his sacred pallium in 2013. Pic: Reuters
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A pallium seen on display. Pic: Reuters
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The Duke of Edinburgh. Pic: Reuters
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The two leaders held talks before attending Pope Francis' funeral. Pic: Ukrainian Presidential Press Office/AP
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