Chalice, 6th century, 20th century restorations, Made in Antioch, Syria, Syrian, Silver, parcel gilt, Overall: 7 3/8 x 7 1/16 in. (18.7 x 17.9 cm), Metalwork-Silver, The high foot and large cup of this elegant work are typical features of chalices used in the early church for the distribution of consecrated wine during the Divine Liturgy (Eucharist). The inscription records a family’s hope for salvation in the afterlife
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Chalice, 6th century, 20th century restorations, Antioch, Syria, Syrian, Silver, parcel gilt, Overall, 7 3/8 x 7 1/16, 18.7 17.9 cm, Metalwork-Silver, high, foot, large cup, elegant work, typical features, chalices, early church, distribution, consecrated wine, Divine Liturgy, Eucharist, inscription records, family, hope, salvation, afterlife
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