Pax (Kußtafel or Monile), ca. 1515–20, Made in Nuremberg(?), Germany, South German, Silver, silver gilt, rubies (or spinels), rock crystal, 6 1/4 x 4 15/16 in. (15.8 x 12.5 cm), Metalwork-Silver, This ornate pax was used during the celebration of Mass for the kiss of peace. The engraved letters IHS in the rock crystal are a monogram of the Greek name for Jesus. The Virgin and Child flanked by St
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Pax, Kußtafel, Monile, ca, 1515–20, Nuremberg, Germany, South German, Silver, silver gilt, rubies, spinels, rock crystal, 6 1/4 x 4 15/16, 15.8 12.5 cm, Metalwork-Silver, ornate, pax, celebration, Mass, kiss, peace, engraved letters, IHS, monogram, Greek name, Jesus, Virgin, Child flanked, St
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