Kaper Koraon Chalice , 7th century

The chalice shows apostles venerating the Cross. It was part of a hoard known as the 'Hama Treasure', near the village of Kurin. The name of tyhe village is engraved in the chalice.
Original height 16.3cms
Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, MD, USA.

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