Sterling Silver Cup of Elijah (Kos Shel Eliyahu)

A sterling silver Cup of Elijah, or Kos Shel Eliyahu, with an engraved Hebrew inscription and a footed pedestal. It is made for the moment near the end of the Passover Seder when a cup is filled for Elijah the Prophet and the door is opened.

Sterling polishes back to new, so this is a piece to use every year and hand on.

• Rinse and dry soon after use. Wine left in the bowl dulls silver.
• Hand wash only. An occasional silver-safe polish restores the shine.

FAQ 

What is the meaning of Elijah's cup?

It is a cup of wine set out at the Passover Seder for Elijah the Prophet. In Jewish tradition Elijah will announce the coming of the Messiah, so the cup expresses hope for future redemption.

When is the Cup of Elijah used at the Seder?

Near the end of the Seder, after the Grace After Meals. The cup is filled, the front door is opened to welcome Elijah, and a short passage is read.

Can a Cup of Elijah be used as a kiddush cup?

Yes. Any cup that holds at least a revi'it of wine can be used for kiddush. This cup also sits in our kiddush cups collection. [CONFIRM: capacity in fl oz.]

How do I care for sterling silver?

Rinse and dry it after each use, hand wash only, and store it away from humidity to slow tarnish. An occasional silver-safe polish brings back the shine.