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Pewter communion plate

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Postcard of Pewter communion plate.
000-100-102-945-C
© National Museums Scotland

Pewter communion plate

This pewter communion plate has a raised ropework rim and is inscribed 'ST LUKE'S CHURCH 1837'.

Large circular pewter plate with a raised ropework rim, of St Luke's Church, 1837

In Presbyterian churches communion usually took place once or twice a year. Those considered worthy by the elders were invited to sit round a table to share bread and wine, representing the body and blood of Christ.


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Online ID: 000-100-102-945-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  Q.L.1980.24
Date: 1837
Material: Pewter
Dimensions: 460 mm Dia
What: Plate
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Where: St Luke's Church
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