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Chalice, Palais du Tau, Reims, France

Chalice from the coronation of St Remi in gold, enamel, pearls and precious stones, late 12th century and 19th century, in the Treasure Room, in the Musee du Tau in the Palais du Tau, the palace of the Archbishop of Reims, rebuilt 1498-1509 and modified 1671-1710, in Reims, Marne, Grand Est, France. The chalice was used by French kings during coronation ceremonies at Reims cathedral. The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen

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Chalice from the coronation of St Remi in gold, enamel, pearls and precious stones, late 12th century and 19th century, in the Treasure Room, in the Musee du Tau in the Palais du Tau, the palace of the Archbishop of Reims, rebuilt 1498-1509 and modified 1671-1710, in Reims, Marne, Grand Est, France. The chalice was used by French kings during coronation ceremonies at Reims cathedral. The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen