Gold-Plated Brass Ciborium, 4.75 in (12 cm)

The gold-plated ciborium, with a diameter of 4.75 in (12 cm), is an elegant Eucharistic vessel intended to hold hosts and the Blessed Sacrament. Made of brass with a gold-plated finish, it has a refined luster, harmonious form, and meticulous finish that emphasizes the solemn character of the liturgy.

Ciborium: bowl, lid and decorative nodus

The wide, rounded bowl has a smooth, lustrous surface that gives the vessel a classic and dignified appearance. Its fitted lid is topped with a small cross that symbolizes the Christian faith and emphasizes the ciborium's Eucharistic purpose.

A distinctive element is the decorative nodus beneath the bowl, decorated with pronounced vertical grooves and an irregular texture. Its striking finish contrasts with the smooth, gold-plated surface of the vessel, giving it an elegant, distinguished presence. The nodus also serves as a stable base that makes the ciborium easy to set down.

With a diameter of 4.75 in (12 cm), the ciborium is a practical choice for everyday liturgical use and solemn celebrations. The combination of durable brass, a gold-plated finish, and subtle embellishments allows it to harmonize with other liturgical vessels.

Materials, finish and dimensions

• Material: brass.

• Finish: gold-plated.

• Diameter: 4.75 in (12 cm).

• Type: ciborium for hosts.

• Bowl: wide and rounded, with a smooth, glossy surface.

• Lid: fitted and topped with a cross.

• Base: decorative nodus with vertical grooves.

• Color: gold, with an elegant luster.

• Form: classic, functional, and distinguished.

• Character: liturgical, Eucharistic, and solemn.

Liturgical use during Mass and in the tabernacle

This ciborium is intended to hold hosts and the Blessed Sacrament both during the celebration of Holy Mass and in the tabernacle. Its wide bowl facilitates the storage and distribution of hosts, while the cross-topped lid emphasizes the sacred character of the vessel.

Made of gold-plated brass and distinguished by a decorative nodus and classic form, the ciborium is a dignified element of the furnishings of a church, chapel, or sacristy. It complements chalices, patens, and other gold-plated liturgical vessels, creating a harmonious and solemn setting for the celebration of the Eucharist.