Why Coins Will Be Put in Pope Francis’ Coffin Before It’s Closed on Friday Evening.
As preparations for the final farewell to Pope Francis continue Vatican officials have revealed that a set of specially minted coins will be placed inside his coffin before it is sealed on Friday evening.
The inclusion of coins is a long-standing tradition in Catholic papal burials steeped in symbolism and historical significance.
According to church customs the coins known as papal medals represent each year of the Pope’s reign……READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE