Publisher's Synopsis
Old Scottish Communion Plate is a book written by Thomas Burns and published in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of communion plate in Scotland, including its origins, development, and significance in the Scottish church. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the history of Scottish communion plate. The first chapter provides an overview of the origins of communion plate, while subsequent chapters explore the evolution of different types of plate, such as chalices, patens, and flagons. The book also includes detailed descriptions of individual pieces of communion plate, along with information about their makers, inscriptions, and historical context. In addition, the book features illustrations of many of the pieces of communion plate discussed, providing readers with a visual representation of the history and evolution of Scottish communion plate. Overall, Old Scottish Communion Plate is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish church culture, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the development of one of the most important symbols of the Scottish church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
