Antique solid silver chrysmera. These religious collection bottles, also called chrismeras, are containers used in Catholic ceremonies to contain consecrated oils, and their name derives from chrism, one of the oils used in Catholic rituals. These containers contain two types of oil: Chrism, a mixture of olive oil and balm that symbolizes strength and the Christian life, and the Holy Oil or Holy Oil, used in baptisms or the Anointing of the Sick.
Characteristics: **Dimensions 4.2 cm long and 2.9 cm wide (at the widest part) (approximate measurements) **Weight Total weight: 27.92 grams.
**Composition Main material: Silver. Contrast: Visible, see last photo. Acid test: Performed. Other materials: Silver only. **Additional details. Look at the photos carefully, on the lid we found a dent, please check its condition.
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