Paten, 5th–6th century, Byzantine, Silver, partial gilt, Overall: 9 1/8 x 2 1/16 in. (23.2 x 5.3 cm), Metalwork-Silver, Patens and chalices were the essential containers for the bread and wine of the Divine Liturgy (Eucharist) in Byzantium. The specially stamped and sanctified large bread for the communion service was contained by the rim of the paten
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Paten, 5th–6th century, Byzantine, Silver, partial gilt, Overall, 9 1/8 x 2 1/16, 23.2 5.3 cm, Metalwork-Silver, Patens, chalices, essential containers, bread, wine, Divine Liturgy, Eucharist, Byzantium, specially stamped, sanctified large bread, communion service, contained, rim, paten
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