The Chapel

Christian Collectables

Cross Pendant
with Ear Wax Scoop

This very old cross pendant was probably once part of a rosary. Attached to the base of the cross is a scoop used to clean wax from ears.

Though this may seem odd, rosaries were once used the way we use keychains today. Folks carried their rosaries with them all the time, so it made sense to attach personal items they used on a regular basis.

Trench Art Crucifix

From World War I, this crucifix is made from brass shell casings. Doughboy soldiers fabricated numerous secular and religious items from battlefield materials.

Miniature European Road Shrine

This carved black walnut shrine is a miniature replica of the type of roadside shrine found along the Crusader routes in Europe.

The carved wood figure inside the niche is the Sacred Heart Christ.

Kiosk Shrine

This vintage carved wood table shrine is shaped like a kiosk.

The carved figure inside the niche is St Joseph holding baby Jesus.

Pascal Monk

This painted chalkware figure depicts an old monk praying his rosary. The figure is signed Pascal.