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What is a chalice used for?

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What is a chalice used for?
A chalice is used for sacramental wine during church services. It is a type of standing cup for formal occasions.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Charles and Alice Smith Chalice California Pottery Vase
By Chalice of California
Located in Ferndale, MI
A mid-century tiki face vase by artist duo Charles and Alice Smith known as Chalice. This vase has
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Sterling Silver Chalice
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This very rare and beautiful chalice (goblet) was made in Austria or Hungary in the late 1800’s
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Antique 1880s Austrian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Flute Turned Wood Chalice
Located in Studio City, CA
Flute Turned Wood Chalice Measures 9"H x 3.75"Dia
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Antique 1870s English Urns

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Wood

English Renaissance Pewter Chalice
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance-style (20th Century) pewter chalice with bulbous top and spool design stem.
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20th Century British Renaissance Revival More Dining and Entertaining

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Pewter

Early 20th Century Chalice
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th chalice. by unknown manufacturer, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear
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Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Religious Items

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Metal

Early 20th Century Chalice
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Tall Blue John Chalice
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Blue John chalice Origin : Derbyshire, England Colour : Blue, cream, pale brown, and
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2010s British Tableware

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Stone

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