Antique French Catholic Maniple, 88" Ceremonial Stole, Velvet and Embroidery, Gold Metallic Fringe Trim British King Charles I bodkin (ribbon needle) and 2

bodkin (ribbon needle) and 2 silk winders which would have filled the empty fitted openings in the tray

both stoppers with this set

) monogramed medallion

the knives are the real treasure but an elegant old package such as this makes them all the more fun

This one dates c

Antique French Catholic Maniple, 88" Ceremonial Stole, Velvet and Embroidery, Gold Metallic Fringe Trim British King Charles I bodkin (ribbon needle) and 2Recently in from France, I'm told the proper name for this long ecclesiastical stole is a maniple. I'm not Catholic, and always appreciate the help of people who know more about the various vestments. That said, we love these made up into the tops of fabulous throw pillows, and so do decorators. This one has 2 large suitable panels, silk velvet with silk and metallic braid passementerie trim and trimmed out in gold metallic fringe. Broad 9" at the