Auction 49
Part II - Bibles and Prayer Books, Manuscripts, Graphics and Ceremonial Art
Jan 20, 2016
(Your local time)
Israel
8 Ramban St, Jerusalem.
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LOT 418:
Esther Scroll on Parchment – Silver Case
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Sold for: $2,600
Start price:
$
800
Auction house commission:
23%
VAT: On commission only
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Esther Scroll on parchment. Miniature script. [19th century]. “HaMelech” scroll [most columns begin with the word “HaMelech”]. Silver filigree case and handle. A crown decorates the top of the case. The scroll and silver case are contained in a leather case, embossed “gift to the groom Mordechai Herdan J.M.H 1847”. Height of parchment: 9.5 cm. 34 lines per column. Height of case: 22 cm. Scroll in good condition. Silver case broken and damaged. Damages to leather case.
