Viaticum / Last Rites Kit

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Posted by lanceb74

18 years ago

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Description

Last Rites kit. Viaticum is the term the Catholic church and some Anglo Catholic Anglicans uses for the Eucharist (Communion) given to a dying person. The word viaticum is a Latin word meaning "provisions for a journey."

This is a kit used by priests who made housecalls to administer last rites. It is mainly made of wood (not sure what kind), with a large crucifix adorned with a silver Christ. It includes the small silver plate, on which the Eucharist is placed, the vial which held holy water/annointing oils, the silver spoon and cloth for applying the water/oil, the Scapula which was placed around the recipient's neck, and two blessed candles in their candelabras. When closed, a picture of the Last Supper is on the front, behind glass.

Category Other

Medium wood / silver

Distinguishing marks n/a

Condition Good

Size and dimensions of this item approximately 10" wide, 20" tall

Date Period circa 1898

Weight approximately 5lbs

History It belonged to my great-gandmother who recieved it from her long time friend and priest.

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Price Paid (If known) n/a

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Viaticum / Last Rites Kit

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