One of the most controversial of these is the so-called golden coffin, under which the heirs of a chief executive can collect severance-style death benefits, such as unvested share options, if the boss suddenly dies.

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Thousands queued to see Pope Shenouda, whose body was placed in a coffin before being seated on a ceremonial throne wearing embroidered vestments and a golden mitre, and holding a gold-topped staff.

BBC: Middle East