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Ciboria and Host Bowls

A ciborium or communion bowl is a type of vessel that is used to hold the hosts for the Eucharist. The vessels are typically made of metal and have a lid. Ciboriums tend to be raised on a pedestal, similar to a chalice though more rounded than conical. In the early days of the church, the host was not kept at the church for fear of sacrilege or desecration, though individual homes often kept a ciborium handy for the Last Rites when needed. Today, churches keep the ciborium in the tabernacle or ambry. It is typically made of (or is plated with) a precious metal.

Matthew F. Sheehan carries a large selection of ciboriums or communion bowls to choose from. Designs range in shape and size, though most traditional ciborium bowl styles include a cover. Open styles are also available. Many of the high-end designs include an impressive degree of detailing. Crosses are common in the designs and most pieces are made of either silver or gold. Select styles are able to be engraved for a small additional fee.

Trust Matthew F. Sheehan for the finest selection of high-quality ciboriums or host bowls. We have been serving the faithful for over 100 years and have the experience you need to get the quality products you want. If you have any questions or need help making a selection, our knowledgeable and friendly customer service team would be happy to help.

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  • Neo-Gothic Ciborium

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    11" Ht. dia. 4 1/4" case included. Gold plated brass. Gold throughout with etching around base. Cover with crown and cross.

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  • Neo-Gothic Chalice & Paten

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    8 3/4" Ht. 10 oz capacity, case included. Gold plated brass, sterling silver cup. Gold throughout with etching around base. Ciborium not included.

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  • Neo-Gothic Ciborium

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    11" Ht. dia. 4 3/8". Case included. Gold plated brass. Gold throughout with small red stones in node. Chalice sold separately.

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  • Neo-Gothic Ciborium

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    12 1/4" Ht. dia. 5 1/2", case included, Gold plated brass. Blue color within node. Chalice sold separately.

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  • Neo-Gothic Chalice and Paten

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    9" Ht. 11 oz capacity. Carrying case included. Gold plated brass, sterling silver cup. Blue colored node. Ciborium sold separately.

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  • Ciborium

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    Host 175. Ht. 8 5/8”. Quality Craftmanship Made in the USA

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  • LOW GLUTEN HOST CIBORIUM

    $280.00 - $350.00
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    Looking for a low-gluten communion solution? he “GIFT” comes in a variety of finishes to fit seamlessly with your existing vessels. The “GIFT” is a...

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  • Talon Textured Communion Bowl

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    Highly polished communion bowl with anti-fingerprint texture. Overall height is 2 1/4" with a diameter of 6 1/8". Holds up to 300 hosts.

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  • 460G Triple Stacking Ciboria Set

    $2,790.00 - $2,790.00
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    Triple Stacking Ciboria with sparkling talon texture. Same high polished brightness but without showing fingerprints. 24k gold plated. Sold as s...

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  • Ciborium with Lid

    $890.00 - $2,040.00
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    Ciborium with Round Hammered Gold Finish and lid with cross. "I Am the Resurrection and the Life" engraved node. Matching Chalice and Paten in Gold...

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  • Wheat and Grape Ornamented Open Ciboria

    $970.00 - $1,880.00
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    Open Ciborium is a religious classic style metal ware piece made in brass decorated with wheat motif finish. It is available with a brass gold-plat...

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  • Sterling Silver Baroque Ciboria

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    Baroque Ciborium made in brass or gold plated sterling silver with deep relief repousse work with fire enameled medallions representing The Holy Fa...

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  • Oversized Ciboria

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    Plateresque style Ciborium made in silver plated brass and adorned with fire enameled cabouchons finish. It is available with a brass silver plated...

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  • Neogothic Brass Gold Plated Ciboria

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    Florentine style Ciborium made in gold plated brass and decorated with delicate grape and wheat ornamentation with four custodian angels on stem. ...

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  • Celtic Evangelists Open Ciboria

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    Romanesque style Open Ciboria is available with a brass silver plated with gold lining finish. Matching Chalice & Dish Paten available for an a...

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  • Classic Gothic Designed Ciborium

    $6,295.00 - $8,795.00
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    Exquisite design meets the highest quality standards on this chalice. Cut-out "ajour" outer cup, node and lower collar and the finest engraving on ...

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  • Silver Plate Open Ciboria

    $855.00 - $1,095.00
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    Open Ciborium with chiseled by hand inscription finish. It is available with a silver-plated finish. Matching Chalice & Paten and Ciborium avai...

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  • Twelve Apostles Ciborium

    $3,995.00 - $16,795.00
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    Gothic style Ciborium made in sterling silver, gold-plated with enamel finish decorated with fine filigree overlay on cup and base with oval engrav...

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  • Wicker Textured Open Ciboria

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    Modern style Open Ciboria made in brass silver-plate with gold lined finish decorated with wicker texture finish. Open Ciboria measures by 2 1/4 i...

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  • Grape and Wheat Design Large Open Ciboria

    $660.00 - $1,445.00
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    Modern style serving large open ciboria, hand hammered cup with raised grape and wheat motif on base. Hammering marks showing inside. It is availab...

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  • Modern Ciborium In Gold-Plated Brass

    $370.00 - $1,465.00
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    $370.00

    Elegant and simple Ciborium made in a gold-plated brass finish. Matching Principal Chalice, Serving Cup, Flagon, Serving Bowl and Large Open Cibori...

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  • Fine Straw Hammering Last Supper Ciborium

    $825.00 - $4,295.00
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    Ciborium decorated with fine straw hammering with "Last Supper" knot, hand engraved cross on base. It is available with a sterling silver finish Ma...

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  • Fish and Loaves Motifs Open Ciboria

    $2,095.00 - $2,375.00
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    Modern style metal ware piece made in a silver-plated with gold lined finish and decorated with hand engraved fish, net and loaves motifs. Matching...

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  • Traditional Style Hand Hammered Ciboria

    $1,655.00 - $1,775.00
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    $1,655.00

    Traditional style, hand hammered overall, high polish silver-plate finish. Black enameled cross and node finish. Matching Chalice & 6 1/4 inch ...

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