Slate Plate · Te Deum

The Prayer Etched in Stone

25 × 25 cm natural slate with the text of the "Te Deum" laser-etched. The laser does not print: it raises the surface of the stone, so the letters appear in a very light gray that is part of the slate itself. It will not fade, chip, or scratch like ink would.

The text is not our own translation: it is the official liturgical text for each language.

This is one of the longer prayers, so the piece features the identifying passage etched on it, rather than the entire text: we prefer that it be legible rather than cramming everything in with a font that cannot be read. The complete text is in the blog post linked below.

Two Formats

• Tabletop Plate (29.95 €) — table piece: serves as a tray, a trivet, or simply displayed where one prays.
• Wall Plaque (32.95 €) — with two pre-drilled 5 mm holes, located 20 mm from each top corner, for hanging with a cord.

Languages

Available in 2 languages: Spanish and Latin. Language and format are chosen separately.

Details

• Natural slate: each piece has its own grain and split edge, so no two are identical to the photo.
• Calligraphic typography, with the name of the prayer at the top and its symbol at the bottom.
• Etched upon receipt of order.
• Shipping throughout Europe.

Where this prayer comes from and why it is prayed where it is prayed, in our article about it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the engraving fade over time?
No. There is no ink: the laser raises the surface layer of the slate, and the light gray you see is the stone itself.

Does the wall plaque come pre-drilled?
Yes, with two 5 mm holes already made. The tabletop plate comes without holes.

Is every piece identical to the photograph?
The engraving is, exactly. The stone is not: it is natural, and its grain and edge vary from one piece to another.

Can food be placed on it?
The tabletop plate serves as a tray or base. It should be washed by hand and not put in the dishwasher.