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Pewter communion plate
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This pewter communion plate is inscribed 'ST ANDREW'S CHURCH 27TH OCTOBER 1878'. It was made in London.
Large oval pewter plate of St Andrew's Church, 27 October 1878, made in London
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: 000-100-102-944-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland Q.L.1980.23
- Date: 1878
- Material: Pewter
Plate - Dimensions: 527 mm L x 398 mm W
- What: Plate
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- Where: England, London
Scotland, Midlothian, Edinburgh (St Andrew's Church) - Event:
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