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Palls (chalice covers)

Scope note

Small stiffened squares of linen used to cover the top of the chalice at communion. For larger, softer coverings over both chalice and paten, use "chalice veils."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000204879

Equivalent Terms used

pall (chalice cover)

Created

13yrs ago

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