Pyx - Pyxis, host box with a hammered surface and an engraved cross - Gilt brass - Gilded host box

Gilded pyxis with a hammered surface and an engraved cross

This pyxis dates from the 1950s-1970s and is used for bringing the consecrated host to the sick and dying. Or is intended to store the consecrated hosts in the Catholic church in the tabernacle after the Eucharist. It is a large-size host box for the presentation host. This, in contrast to the ciborium in which the small hosts are kept. The lid is decorated with an engraved cross

The pyxis is made of silver-plated brass with a gilding over it. unfortunately unmarked

Dimensions:
- 10.8 cm x 2 cm

Weight:
- 165 grams

Condition:
- Very good, like new, probably never used (see photos)