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Silver footed chalice with a fluted base, flared rim, and an applied foliate and grape design.
chalices
silver (metal)
Container, Ritual
Chalice
Aluminum
Silver
Slip Cast
Gold Washed
Fluted
Chalice
"Presented to Capt. Thomas Bennett of the Packet ship New-York/ As a testimonial of respect justly jue to him for his gentlemanly deportment and/ Nautical Skill in a voyage from New-York to Liverpool in April and May 1826./ John Van Halen committee on/ Wm. Grayson behalf of the passengers/ James Monroe Jr." (Engraved on the body)
1930.760b
Unknown
7 1/2 (H), 5 (diameter) (inches)
Bequest of Clara Bennett
1930.760.2
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