Rare 19th Century Religious Tool - Host Cookie Cutter/Wafer Punching Machine
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Rare 19th Century Religious Tool - Host Cookie Cutter/Wafer Punching Machine
Unique 19th-century liturgical manual host cutter, also known as a host machine or altar bread cutter. This specialized tool was used for preparing communion wafers (hosts) for the Eucharist in Christian liturgy, reflecting the sacred duty of host preparation that dates back to the early Christian church.
Design: Includes a press with a handle and a wooden drawer with holes to collect the sacred crumbs.
Historical Significance: This host cutter represents the evolution of tools and methods for cutting hosts, from simple manual tools to more sophisticated machines.
Dimensions:
Wooden Base: 21cm x 10cm x 7cm
Condition: In superb working condition.
This rare liturgical tool is not only a functional piece but also a significant historical artifact, ideal for collectors of religious objects or historical tools.