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Australian Army Museum of Western Australia > Records

World War 1, South West Asia, Sinai and Palestine, Communion Chalice, RILEY, 10 Light Horse

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Silver communion chalice used by Captain CL Riley as chaplain of 10 Light Horse during World War 1.

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cwa-org-32-54-330

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Partial Inscription: "This chalice was used by Bishop CL Riley as Chaplain of XLH during the Regiment's campaign in Palestine and the Sinai 1915-1919

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A silver chalice with a polished surface, engraved with text around the upper part of the cup. It has a classic goblet shape with a round base, slender stem, and a wide bowl at the top. The chalice reflects light, highlighting its metallic sheen.

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