After the purificator and paten are placed on top of the chalice, the communion wafer is placed ... fabric-covered case called a burse is placed on top, carrying a folded white cloth that is ...

In 1660, a chalice and paten were made by a London silversmith and shipped to the Jamestown Church. The chalice, or cup, held wine for communion. The paten, or plate, was for the bread.

Communion sets usually consist of a lidded decanter, one or more chalices and a paten, or tray. Pewter services were commonly used in early America, while wealthy congregations often owned solid ...